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  • 41Computer network — Computer networks redirects here. For the periodical, see Computer Networks (journal). Datacom redirects here. For other uses, see Datacom (disambiguation). Internet map. The Internet is a global system of interconnected computer networks that… …

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  • 42Alternating current — (green curve). The horizontal axis measures time; the vertical, current or voltage. In alternating current (AC, also ac) the movement of electric charge periodically reverses direction. In direct current (DC, also dc), the flow of electric charge …

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  • 43Spirit rover — (MER A) Artist s concept of Rover on Mars Operator NASA Mission type Rover Launch date …

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  • 44Asbestos and the law — This article concerns asbestos related legal and regulatory issues.BackgroundIn the late 1800s and early 1900s, asbestos was considered an ideal material for use in the construction industry. It was known to be an excellent fire retardant, to… …

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  • 45Track circuit — A track circuit is a simple electrical device used to detect the presence or absence of a train on rail tracks, used to inform signallers and control relevant signals. Principles and operation The basic principle behind the track circuit lies in… …

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  • 46Portable cord — A portable cord, which is also known as portable cordage or flexible cord, is a cable with multiple conductors used for functions requiring flexibility. The cord can be employed for power in a range of applications, such as operating motors in… …

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  • 47CertainTeed — Corporation Type Subsidiary Industry Building Materials Founded 1904 Headquarters Valley Forge …

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  • 48USB — This article is about the computer bus to connect peripherals. For other uses of USB, see USB (disambiguation). Universal Serial Bus Original logo Type Computer Hardware Bus …

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  • 49ship — shipless, adj. shiplessly, adv. /ship/, n., v., shipped, shipping. n. 1. a vessel, esp. a large oceangoing one propelled by sails or engines. 2. Naut. a. a sailing vessel square rigged on all of three or more masts, having jibs, staysails, and a… …

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  • 50photography, technology of — Introduction       equipment, techniques, and processes used in the production of photographs.  The most widely used photographic process is the black and white negative–positive system (Figure 1 >). In the camera the lens projects an image of… …

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