Category: Interesting

How do computers store files? In physical terms, most computer files are stored on some type of data storage device. For example, most operating systems store files on a hard disk. Hard disks have been the ubiquitous form of non-volatile storage since the early 1960s. Where files contain only temporary information, they may be stored…

How was Butterbean so powerful? Butterbean weighed from 315 to 450 for his fights and could absorb a terrific punch to the head, arms or body. He beat a string of 10th rate opponents in 4-round fights while building rough edged boxing skills over 20 years of fighting. He wasn’t a successful boxer so far…

What is considered rude in Belgium? It is considered impolite to snap your fingers. Do not put your hands in your pockets, yawn, scratch or use toothpicks in public. Feet should never be put on chairs or tables. Back slapping is considered offensive. Are French and Belgian similar? Belgium and France are more than just…

Is physical beauty objective or subjective? Physical attractiveness is a Subjectivism. It can be researched in the domain of Philosophy in the category of Aesthetics (or use the spelling Esthetics if you prefer). If physical attractiveness were an Objectivism, it would be measurable in the sciences by empirical data. Is beauty a science objective? “Beauty…

Is TowelRoot safe? “Even though TowelRoot is not malicious itself, it may be misused as an exploit kit. Despite the fact that some of the mobile providers claim that their devices are immune to this particular Android exploit, it is highly risky to leave your device unprotected. What versions does TowelRoot use? TowelRoot only works…

What makes a state weak? Fragile states are also known as weak states. The security gap means the state does not provide adequate protection to its citizens; the capacity gap means the state does not fully provide adequate services; and the legitimacy gap means that the authority of the state is not fully accepted. How…

How do rock climbers anchors work? A climbing anchor is a system made up of individual anchor points that are linked together to create a master point that the rope and/or climbers clip into to be securely attached to the rock. Step one: Identify/create the anchor points to be used as part of the greater…

Will Jeff Kent make the Hall of Fame? Simply, too many voters put a heavy emphasis on WAR, and Kent’s career 55.4 WAR ranks 19th among all second basemen. Realistically, Kent’s only chance to be in the Hall of Fame is in 2025 when he’s eligible to be on Today’s Game Era Committee ballot. Who…

Can I drive through Canada to Alaska right now? Driving to or from Alaska through Canada If you don’t qualify for the fully vaccinated exemption, you can’t transit through Canada to or from Alaska by land for discretionary purposes, such as a vacation or leisure. Will I be denied entry into Canada? Anyone who is…

What can you say about the existing feud between the Philippines and China on the issue of territorial claims? Philippines-China relations have lately been dominated by the territorial disputes in the West Philippine Sea, which has escalated since the naval standoff over the Scarborough Shoal in April 2012 and aggravated by issues of Chinese illegal…