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How Digital Rights Management Works
26 november 2008 · 23 min
Digital Rights Management -- or DRM -- is a method through which content providers attempt to prevent consumers from distributing content without the approval of content providers. Learn more about the DRM controversy in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. Lees meer
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How E-books Work
24 november 2008 · 21 min
The digital revolution is changing the way audiences encounter media and entertainment. Conventional books are no exception. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the advent of e-book technology. Lees meer
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How E-waste Works
19 november 2008 · 17 min
The hectic pace of electronic innovation has created an enormous amount of waste across the planet. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about how trashed computers and electronic waste affect the world's ecosystem. Lees meer
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How Richard Garriott Works
17 november 2008 · 24 min
Richard Garriott -- better known to some as Lord British -- is an innovative computer designer responsible for the legendary Ultima video game series. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the remarkable career of Richard Garriott. Lees meer
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Do violent video games lead to real violence?
12 november 2008 · 23 min
Despite numerous studies, the jury's still out on violence in video games: do they make gamers more likely to commit violent acts, or function as a means of catharsis? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about violence and video games. Lees meer
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What is the greatest threat to your privacy online?
10 november 2008 · 23 min
Internet service providers and companies like Google have access to a profound amount of private information. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about privacy online. Lees meer
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How Internet Trolls Work
5 november 2008 · 24 min
On the internet, a 'troll' is an individual with an overwhelming desire to stir up trouble with inflammatory comments and images. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about internet trolls. Lees meer
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How Ray Kurzweil Works
3 november 2008 · 19 min
Ray Kurzweil is one of the world's most influential futurists. Join the Techstuff team as they take a look at Kurzweil's amazing career in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. Lees meer
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Technology That Goes Bump In the Night
29 oktober 2008 · 20 min
Some technology is designed to scare the daylights out of you, and some is just scary technology. Check out this special Halloween HowStuffWorks podcast to learn about some of the scariest technology around, from animatronics to androids. Lees meer
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What happened to the technology of the future?
27 oktober 2008 · 24 min
Tech gurus of the 1950s thought the future would be full of flying cars and robots. Whatever happened to the utopian technology promised years ago? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn how today measures up to yesterday's version of the future. Lees meer
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How Dean Kamen Works
23 oktober 2008 · 19 min
Although inventor Dean Kamen is best known for the Segway, he holds more than 440 patents and conducts educational programs across the nation to encourage young scientists. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about this remarkable inventor. Lees meer
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How does the economy affect the tech sector?
22 oktober 2008 · 19 min
As the US economy struggles, every sector of business suffers -- even the technical industries. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about how the economic downturn affects hi-tech companies. Lees meer
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Whatever happened to virtual reality?
15 oktober 2008 · 24 min
Several years ago, the world buzzed with rumors of fully interactive virtual reality just around the corner. Whatever happened to this immersive, innovative technology? Listen in as the HowStuffWorks podcasters take a look at virtual reality. Lees meer
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How Parental Controls Work
13 oktober 2008 · 17 min
Parental controls are designed to prevent children from spending too much time on a computer, or from visiting inappropriate web sites. This technology can also be used in the workplace. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more. Lees meer
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How High-End Peripherals Work
8 oktober 2008 · 19 min
Check out this podcast from HowStuffWorks to learn more about high-end computer peripherals, such as customizable keyboards and specialized video game consoles. Lees meer
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The Dark Side of Cloud Computing
6 oktober 2008 · 14 min
Cloud computing lets users share files and applications over the Internet. However, this service is not perfect. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the possible security and service issues of cloud computing. Lees meer
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The Ten Worst Computer Viruses
1 oktober 2008 · 17 min
Computer viruses have evolved just as quickly as computers themselves. Listen in as our HowStuffWorks staff breaks down history's worst computer viruses. Lees meer
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How the Google Android Phone Will Work
29 september 2008 · 11 min
After years of rumors, Google and T-Mobile are releasing a cell phone designed to use Android, Google's new open-source software platform. Tune in to this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the development of Google Android. Lees meer
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How Niche Social Networks Work
24 september 2008 · 17 min
The U.S. intelligence community is creating a social networking site for spies -- and this is just one example of the growing field of niche social networks. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about specialized social networks. Lees meer
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How Web Browser Updates Work
23 september 2008 · 26 min
As the capacity and complexity of the internet grows, browsers also become more complex. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the future of web browsing. Lees meer
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How Encryption Works
17 september 2008 · 13 min
Every day, consumers sign up for financial services over the internet, putting their private information online. Users count on encryption to protect them -- but how do these techniques actually work? Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more. Lees meer
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How Green Printers Work
15 september 2008 · 15 min
Some have called the 21st century "the era of the paperless office," but the printed page still has a profound effect on the environment. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the various methods of green printing, including disappearin Lees meer
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How WiMAX Works
10 september 2008 · 14 min
WiMAX has hit technology news in a big way. This networking system can blanket a 30-mile radius with broadband access, creating city-wide wireless access. Unfortunately, this system is far from perfect. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more. Lees meer
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How Printers Work
8 september 2008 · 15 min
The swift evolution of printing technology has spawned several types of printers. Check out the HowStuffWorks web site to learn more about the history and future of printers. Lees meer
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How Independent Game Developers Work
4 september 2008 · 15 min
Until recently, independent game developers were a rarity in the world of video game consoles. With the advent of developer kits like Nintendo's WiiWare, this market has fundamentally shifted -- check out our HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more. Lees meer
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What are the different ways you can print without wires?
2 september 2008 · 14 min
Wired devices are literally leashed to a network, and connecting devices can be very frustrating. With wireless printing, users are no longer tied down by cables and cords. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about wireless printing. Lees meer
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How LCDs Work
28 augustus 2008 · 9 min
You probably use items containing an LCD (liquid crystal display) every day. This technology can be found in laptops computers, digital clocks, ovens and CD players. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn how these LCDs work. Lees meer
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Can the government take away my laptop?
27 augustus 2008 · 14 min
Federal agents have the right to confiscate and examine electronic devices belonging to anyone entering the United States -- and these agents aren't required to have probable cause. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about US policy. Lees meer
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How Energy-efficient Electronics Work
20 augustus 2008 · 10 min
The average American household spends $1,400 each year on energy bills. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn how energy-efficient electronics can reduce power usage and bills. Lees meer
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How E-voting Works
18 augustus 2008 · 14 min
Generally speaking, e-voting refers to both the electronic means of casting a vote and the electronic means of tabulating votes. Will this become the future of voting? Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about electronic voting. Lees meer
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How Bluetooth Works
13 augustus 2008 · 11 min
Security is a concern in any wireless network setup. People sending sensitive information over a wireless connection need to take precautions to make sure those signals aren't intercepted. Learn more about Bluetooth security in our HowStuffWorks article. Lees meer
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How the Merger of Sirius and XM Will Work
11 augustus 2008 · 14 min
Satellite radio allows listeners to access radio stations without sitting through radio ads. Only two companies -- Sirius and XM Radio -- have attained a measure of success in this industry. Visit our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the merger. Lees meer
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How the Facebook Redesign Works
6 augustus 2008 · 11 min
Facebook is a social networking site. It was created for Harvard students but has expanded to an open membership. Learn about Facebook, it's network and new redesign in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Lees meer
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How Twitter Works
4 augustus 2008 · 6 min
In May of 2008, Twitter received another 15 million dollars in venture capital funding. This increase reflects the growing interest in micro blogging -- messages with 160 characters or less. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about Twitter. Lees meer
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How Mp3 Files Work
30 juli 2008 · 5 min
Certain parts of a song can be eliminated without significantly lowering the song's quality. The MP3 does not sound exactly the same as the original CD song. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about MP3 files and audio quality. Lees meer
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How Cloud Computing Works
29 juli 2008 · 6 min
Cloud computing allows users to store data on other computers or servers. For example, web-based applications are a form of cloud computing. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about cloud computing. Lees meer
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How the iPhone Works
23 juli 2008 · 6 min
The new Apple iPhone has several advantages, including a GPS and 3G capacity. However, the iPhone is far from perfect, and still has some disadvantages. Learn more about pros and cons of the new iPhone in our HowStuffWorks article, 'How the iPhone Works.' Lees meer
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How Zombie Computers Work
21 juli 2008 · 6 min
When a hacker makes a zombie computer, he infiltrates an unsuspecting victim's computer and uses it to conduct illegal activities. The user may be unaware that his computer has been taken over. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more. Lees meer
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How Video Game Systems Work
16 juli 2008 · 6 min
Get a console-by-console update on the developments of the 2008 E3 exposition in this HowStuffWorks podcast, including news on improved online features and expanded memory. Check out our HowStuffWorks article "How Video Game Systems Work" to learn more. Lees meer
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Do I Really Need a Digital Converter Box For My TV?
15 juli 2008 · 6 min
In an effort to free up radio spectrum for emergency broadcasting and wireless service, the US will switch from analog to digital television on Feb. 17, 2009. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about how this switch affects your TV. Lees meer
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How Open Source Works
8 juli 2008 · 6 min
Open source is a way of developing software in which the original developer makes all of the source code available for modification. Learn more about open source software in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Lees meer
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How Moore's Law Works
2 juli 2008 · 6 min
Each year, manufacturers bring out the next great computer chip that boosts bigger and better computing power. Intel founder Gordon Moore predicted this technology phenomenon more than 35 years ago. This became known as Moore's Law. Lees meer
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What are the Best Video Games That Were Never Made?
25 juni 2008 · 6 min
The best video games never made is a debate because of the number of great ideas that routinely get canceled. Check out the best video games never made. Lees meer
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Why is the Google Algorithm So Important?
18 juni 2008 · 6 min
The Google algorithm searches out Web pages that contain keywords you used to search. Learn about the Google algorithm and how the Google algorithm works. Lees meer
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How the Google-Apple Cloud Computer Will Work
10 juni 2008 · 6 min
The Google-Apple cloud computer is a revolutionary new system in which all programs are stored on a central server. Learn about the Google-Apple cloud computer. Lees meer
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