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The Intel 8086/8088 family of microprocessors is a 16 bit architecture on a 16 bit (8086) or an 8 bit (8088) bus. The 8088 was the processor in the original IBM PC, and has evolved into the most popular processor used today in PC's and servers.

A migraine headache is a recurring headache affecting only a portion of the head, which is coupled by nausea, sleep disruption, vomiting, visual disturbances and depression. It is approximately 3 times more common in women than in men.

Nicaragua, or Republic of Nicaragua, is the largest country in the Central America, with a total land area of 130,373 sq km. It is bordered by Costa Rica in the south, Honduras in the north, Caribbean Sea in the east and Pacific Ocean in the west.

The use of fats in cooking serves many purposes, depending on the foods being cooked. This category is for questions and answers about the fats we use in cooking and how we use them.

Ithaca Firearms (Ithaca Gun Company) is a manufacturer of shotguns, rifles, and pistols since 1880. The original factory was located in New York but recently moved to Ohio. Their product lines catered law enforcement, military, and for sporting use.

Pharmacy technicians work in a pharmacy (drug store) and are supervised by a licensed pharmacist. They are in charge of preparing prescribed medications, collectioning payment and providing drugs to patients. They also oversee the operations of dispensary units in hospital pharmacies.

Ask questions here about the fourth installment of the Call of Duty series, set in modern times.

Economic Systems are various methods by which countries have structured their economies. The earliest economic systems were based on simple bartering, whereas modern economics has nuances between laissez-faire and free market on one edge of the spectrum and communism or centrally-planned economies on the other.

The League of Nations was a novel concept where the various nations of the world come together and discuss important international issues from 1919-1946. However, it was not taken seriously for several reasons such as the non-membership of the United States and the inability to exercise military will behind its resolutions. In 1946, it was replaced with the United Nations, which compensated for some of the League's deficiencies

The history of the alphabet began in Ancient Egypt. The first consonantal alphabet was found in 2,000 BCE to represent the language of Semitic workers in Egypt. It was influenced by the principles of the Egyptian writing script.

Bile is produced in the liver, stored and concentrated in the gallbladder and released into the small intestine. Bile emulsifies the lipids in fatty food and makes it easier to digest. Unfortunately, the gallbladder can develop gallstones which can be tiny grains or as big as golf balls. Some cause no trouble but others may become life threatening.

This category is for questions about the lack of red blood cells or hemoglobin called anemia: its symptoms, causes, and treatment.

How many varieties of rice are there? Why are whole grains better than refined grains? The Grains category can help answer the important questions about this very important food group.

The Way or path to enlightenment has been practiced in Asia for 2000 years and advocates being one with the universe.

Cooking television shows have been around almost as long as the television. The chefs that host them often gain quite a bit of celebrity. There have been biographies written about many. Some, such as Julia Child, have even had movies made about them. Ask questions about your favorite celebrity chefs here.

Questions and information about the famous Taj Mahal monument in India.

Leif Eriksson was a 9th century Norse explorer. He is believed to be the son of the famous viking, Erik the Red.

The anaconda is one of the world's largest snakes. It has a olive green color with beige and brown spots. The anaconda kills its prey by constriction. Ask questions about the anaconda's habitat, diet and behavior here.

Pilots are a main asset of an airplane. They steer the plane to its designated destination.

The Boston Celtics are one of the oldest basketball franchises to date. The Celtics are best know for winning the NBA finals more than any other team.

Gambling is the act of wagering something of value (usually money) on an event whose outcome is uncertain. Several gaming companies provide people with the opportunity to engage in legal gambling activities.

Includes questions about the definition of words and abbreviations used on the Internet.

Questions about El Salvador on such topics as its population, demographics and culture

Includes questions related to the research, preparation and writing of written business documents.

Forest fires have caused devastation and regeneration all around the world for thousands of years. Forest fires may be devastating when out of control, but they are also necessary from time to time in order to keep forests healthy and regenerate new life. This category explores the effects forest fires have on our world.

Dwayne Johnson, also known as "The Rock", is an American actor and former professional WWE. Dwayne Johnson has won a total of 16 championship titles in his wrestling career, and has been featured in numerous television shows and movies, becoming one of the highest-paid movie stars of the 2010s.

Vicodin is the combination of acetaminophen and hydrocodone pain relievers. It is usually given to patients who have undergone those major surgery and those who experience moderate to severe pain. Its effects are similar to those of morphine.

This category is for questions about the Wonder Woman [http://www.answers.com/main/ntquery?s=wonder+woman&gwp=13] comic books, created by William Moulton Marston.

When the temperature in the combustion chamber becomes extremely hot, nitrous oxides are formed, which then turn into smog. In order to reduce such occurrence, the exhaust gas recirculation system minimizes the temperature in the combustion chamber.

From toddlers with tiara all the way to Miss America, pageants are competitions based on beauty, personality and talent.