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While standard receptacles typically use three wires -- hot, neutral and ground -- you'll occasionally find 2-prong outlets in older homes. Since this type of outlet lacks a ground connection, the ...

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Electricity flows silently behind walls, mostly invisible until something goes wrong. Most homeowners live their entire lives without thinking twice about the wires snaking through their ceilings or ...

Power strips are a common and convenient way to provide additional sockets, but experts warn that there are certain household items you should never plug into one.

Turn your cable outlets into high-speed internet ports with this simple, low-cost adapter - no rewiring required.