How the Symbols of U.S. Political Parties Work
A donkey and an elephant are the symbols of the U.S. Democratic and Republican parties, but how were these symbols chosen? Check out our HowStuffWorks [Read more]
How Encryption Works
Every day, consumers sign up for financial services over the internet, putting their private information online. Users count on encryption to protect them — but [Read more]
Why is there an underground city beneath Beijing?
The Beijing underground city may sound like the stuff of legends, but it’s a real place built to escape Soviets. Check out our HowStuffWorks article [Read more]
How Green Printers Work
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 [Read more]
How Thomas Jefferson Worked
Thomas Jefferson’s life was peppered with accomplishments — but what about the disparity between his public image and private life? Check out our HowStuffWorks article [Read more]
How WiMAX Works
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, [Read more]
Who was America’s first murderer?
John Billington was one of the signers of the Mayflower Compact — he was also the first American murder. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to [Read more]
How Printers Work
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 [Read more]
Could Noah’s ark really have happened?
Versions of the Great Flood float around in nearly every human culture, and Christianity, Islam and Judaism share the overarching plot points of a man, [Read more]
How Independent Game Developers Work
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 [Read more]