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How Jelly, Jam and Preserves Work Sep 02, 2011

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Jam, jelly, and preserves are all made from fruit mixed with sugar and pectin. Jell-O, on the other hand, is completely different. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more.

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What happens when you press Alt and F4? Aug 26, 2011

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The alt-f4 key combination is a faster way to close a window on your computer. Learn more about this and several other keyboard shortcuts in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com.

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Where's the best place to sit in a movie theater? Aug 22, 2011

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When it comes to where you should sit in a movie theater to get the best experience, it's mostly a matter of preference. Except when it comes to sound. Find out why -- and where you should sit -- in this episode.

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Why is bamboo suddenly appearing in so many products? Aug 15, 2011

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Nowadays bamboo is used to make all sorts of products, from flooring and furniture to bicycle frames. In this episode, Marshall explains why bamboo is becoming so popular -- and the advantages of using it to create consumer goods.

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How Internet Cookies Work Aug 03, 2011

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Internet cookies are information stored as text strings on a machine by a web server. Most commonly, cookies are used to store user IDs.

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How does making bread work? Aug 01, 2011

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Bread is a technology for turning hard kernels into a soft foodstuff. Learn more about bread and yeast in this HowStuffWorks podcast.

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How does the ball return work on a pool table? Jul 29, 2011

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If you've ever played a coin-operated pool table, then you've probably noticed that the table can sense the difference between the cue ball and the other balls in play. But how does this work? Tune in and find out in this podcast.

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How do a zebra's stripes act as camoflauge? Jul 27, 2011

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A zebra's stripes offer protection from predators in the form of camouflage -- and a way to identify individual members within the larger group. Learn more about zebra stripes in this episode.

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How the Lightsaber Effect Works Jul 18, 2011

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Unfortunately lightsabers aren't real. The technique used to produce the lightsaber effect is simple, but tedious. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the special effects behind lightsabers.

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What type of gas do race cars use? Jul 13, 2011

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Different types of racing vehicles require different types of fuel. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the advantages and drawbacks of each fuel type.

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