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The extension-cord arrangement that feels tidy and “under control” in your living room or home office is often the one that ...

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For most of my life, I have held a decidedly “who cares” attitude toward extension cords. I appreciated their utility, but my feelings stopped there. An extension cord was an extension cord, and when ...

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Using the wrong extension cord can be dangerous. They can melt or overheat and cause a fire, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. To prevent this, it’s important to buy the right ...

No matter how many wall outlets you have in your home, chances are there aren’t enough (especially if you've got an older house) and you’re going to need an extension cord or two. And that opens you ...