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A microprocessor will perform without error when executed at or below the maximum indicated speed. Why can't they speed them up? See the two things that limit a chip's speed.
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Can the government take away my laptop?
People traveling to the United States have grown accustomed to tight security. But can the government really take your laptop and keep it indefinitely?
How Home Networking Works
If you're thinking of networking the computers in your home, you have several options to explore. Will you go wired or wireless? And what's the best way to ensure the safety of your network?
How MP3 Files Work
CDs took care of storing music digitally, then MP3 files took it to the next level, compressing audio data down to a manageable file size -- without losing sound quality. See how MP3 files work.
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