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As the world continues to expand, connectivity becomes increasingly important. Whether you live in the city or in a remote area, chances are that you’re surrounded by wires. From phone lines to network cables, we live in a society that thrives on the relaying of data using these mechanisms. But what happens when things go wrong with these systems? How do homeowners and professionals isolate …

When you’re working with power tools, it can be difficult to keep things clean. Especially with projects that tend to cause a large mess. With projects related to woodworking, figuring out a way to clean up your mess while staying focused on the task at hand can be a challenge. To make matters more difficult, some projects can shoot particles and dust into the air. …

Recycling isn’t just good for the environment; it can also be profitable. Thousands of Americans harvest and sell scrap for a living. Tens of thousands more sell it as a side gig to bring in some extra cash. It’s hard work. You have to go through dumpsters full of trash and find anything of value. Then you have to haul it to a scrapyard and …

Ethernet cables are one of the most ubiquitous types of technology on the planet. Most people think of them for home networking. You connect your computer to a router and your router to a modem. But data centers are also jam-packed with Ethernet cables. A rack full of network switches can contain literally hundreds of short and medium patch cables. Ethernet has also changed a …

Electrical work is full of challenging tasks. You have to run your wires properly and stay up to code. You need to keep up with changing standards and new technology. There’s a reason people are willing to pay good money to a qualified electrician. It’s not easy work! And then, there are the parts of the job that are just plain annoying. On the one …