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  2. Near-field communication - Wikipedia

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    NFC-enabled devices can act as electronic identity documents found in passports and ID cards, and keycards for the use in fare cards, transit passes, login cards, car keys and access badges. [2] NFC's short range and encryption support make it more suitable than less private RFID systems.

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    The following is an archived discussion of the DYK nomination of the article below. Please do not modify this page. Subsequent comments should be made on the appropriate discussion page (such as this nomination's talk page, the article's talk page or Wikipedia talk:Did you know), unless there is consensus to re-open the discussion at this page.

  4. TV and FM DX - Wikipedia

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    Although not by strict definition terrestrial TV DX, satellite UHF TVRO reception is related in certain aspects. For example, reception of satellite signals requires sensitive receiving systems and large outdoor antenna systems. However, unlike terrestrial TV DX, satellite UHF TV reception is far easier to predict.

  5. Wedding invitation - Wikipedia

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    The invitation is typically a note card, folded in half, or perhaps French folded (folded twice, into quarters). Other options include a sheet of paper, a tri-fold, or a trendy pocket-fold design. The appropriate paper density depends on the design but typically ranges from heavy paper to very stiff card stock. There are also acrylic invitations.

  6. Reception theory - Wikipedia

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    One area of scholarship where reception history has been explored deeply is the reception history of the Bible. In the context of the Bible, reception history comprises the manifold interpretations of the biblical text from the time that it was written until now. It aims to show how biblical interpretations have developed throughout the centuries.

  7. Electronic data processing - Wikipedia

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    Data storage formats were heavily compacted, for example. A common example is the removal of the century from dates, which eventually led to the 'millennium bug'. Data input required intermediate processing via punched paper tape or punched card and separate input to a repetitive, labor-intensive task, removed from user control and error-prone ...

  8. Cheat sheet - Wikipedia

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    A cheat sheet (also cheatsheet) or crib sheet is a concise set of notes used for quick reference. Cheat sheets were historically used by students without an instructor or teacher's knowledge to cheat on a test or exam . [ 1 ]

  9. Blotter art - Wikipedia

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    He matted and framed blotter sheets he had collected, sometimes obtaining undipped, LSD-free sheets from acid dealers. [18] He exhibited his collection in the mid-1980s and in 1987 won second place at the San Francisco County Fair for his exhibition, which was described as "unusual but timely". [4] His collection includes over 33,000 sheets of ...