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In what year was the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences formed?
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When 10 Seconds is a Lifetime - How Cable Modems Work |
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Cable modems let you send and receive data using the lines set up for cable TV. Learn how a cable modem works and how it compares performance-wise to a DSL connection.
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Auto-Stop - How Power Brakes Work |
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Power brakes are fairly ingenious machines -- these systems allow you stop a car with a simple twitch of your foot. Take a look inside the black cannister that provides the power.
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Tunes To Go - How MP3 Players Work |
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With the rise of MP3 files as the digital audio format of choice, the MP3 player has become the portable audio device of choice. Find out what's going on inside an MP3 player and what to look for when buying one.
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A Mighty Wind - How Hurricanes Work |
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Every year between June 1 and November 30, hurricanes threaten the eastern and gulf coasts of the United States, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean. Learn what makes these storms so powerful and destructive.
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The Big Chill - How Icemakers Work |
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In less than a century, ice has gone from a luxury to something many of us take for granted. If you've got an icemaker, there's no need to crack, dump and refill a single tray yourself. See how icemakers do all the work for you!
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Your Financial Future - How 401(k) Plans Work |
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Most of us have heard of it, many of us participate in it and lots of us have no idea what it really is. The 401(k) makes saving for the golden years a lot easier than it used to be. Find out what a 401(k) plan can do for you.
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Core the Big Apple - How New York Works |
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An estimated 29 million Americans travel to New York each year. The museums, restaurants, clubs, and endless shopping opportunities are a big draw. Find out why so many folks want a bite of the "Big Apple."
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Sensory Overload - How ESP Works |
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Have you ever had a dream that came true? Or called a friend at the exact moment he was calling you? Most of us have had some sort of paranormal experience. Check out the evidence for and against the existence of ESP.
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