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DVD delivers

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One side of a digital video/versatile disc has the pan-and-scan version for TV, as well as the 'letterbox' version. It is equipped with excellent video and audio quality. Specific parts of the movie can be accessed instantly, in varied languages with textual information on cast and directors included.

Usage, Consumer electronics industry, Digital video disk, Motion picture industry, DVDs (Digital videodisks), Movie industry

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The big dig

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The major engineering challenges faced in the construction of a new crossing under Boston's Fort Point Channel are described. The innovative techniques used to build roads, underwater tunnels and a bridge in the most expensive highway project in the US are explained.

Public works, Design and construction, Roads, Highway engineering, Bridges, Cable-stayed, Cable-stayed bridges, Tunnels, Bridges, Concrete, Concrete bridges, Boston Harbor

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Chinese invasion

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Issues are presented concerning the electronic equipment for domestic use which is being manufactured and marketed by China. The high quality of the DVD player manufactured by Konka offers excellent value for money.

China, Product introduction, Marketing, Electronics industry, Konka

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