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What is an IP address?
Every computer that's connected to the Internet has its own ...
Every computer that's connected to the Internet has its own unique "address." Tune in as Marshall explains how IP addresses work ( and how many of them exist) in this episode.
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Why can you hear the ocean in a seashell?
There are various theories about why you can hear ocean-like ...
There are various theories about why you can hear ocean-like sounds when you hold a seashell up to your ear. Marshall Brain explains what you're probably hearing in that seashell -- and why you don't need a shell to hear it -- in this episode.
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Why shouldn't you go swimming right after a meal?
As children, many of us have been admonished not to ...
As children, many of us have been admonished not to go swimming for at least an hour after eating. But, as it turns out, there's biology behind this commonplace advice. Tune in to this episode to find out why you shouldn't swim right after you eat.
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How can I recover a deleted file from my computer?
In many cases, it's possible to recover files that have ...
In many cases, it's possible to recover files that have been deleted by using your computer's Recycle Bin. Marshall Brain reveals ways to recover deleted files -- and how to erase them permanently -- in this episode.
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How can we eliminate fossil fuels?
It's no secret that fossil fuels have a detrimental effect ...
It's no secret that fossil fuels have a detrimental effect on the environment, but do feasible alternatives exist? In this episode, Marshall takes a look at the possibilities of DIY biofuel.
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What are other ways to store energy besides batteries?
Batteries are a common way to store energy, but there ...
Batteries are a common way to store energy, but there are many others. Discover more energy storage techniques, from falling weights to fuel cells, in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com.
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How does fusion power work?
Fusion reactors like the sun produce huge amounts of energy, ...
Fusion reactors like the sun produce huge amounts of energy, so why aren't there fusion power plants everywhere? In this episode, Marshall explains the chemistry of fusion reactions and discusses how close fusion is to becoming a viable energy source.
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Japan's Nuclear Problem
When the recent earthquake hit Japan, it seemed the country ...
When the recent earthquake hit Japan, it seemed the country had withstood the worst of the blast -- until explosions occurred at a nuclear power plant. Is another disaster on the way? Tune in as Marshall explains the state of Japan's nuclear power plants.
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How High-level Nuclear Waste Works
What exactly is high-level nuclear waste, and how are we ...
What exactly is high-level nuclear waste, and how are we dealing with it today? In this episode, Marshall breaks down the techniques used to store high-level nuclear waste.
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What does a gigabyte of internet access really cost?
Internet service providers often tangle with customers who claim they're ...
Internet service providers often tangle with customers who claim they're being ripped off -- but how much does a gigabyte of access actually cost? Join Marshall Brain as he breaks down the real cost of a gigabyte's worth of internet access.
