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Tired of that rat's nest of computer cables snaking all around and under your desk? Head to the supply closet and pull out some big binder clips. Turns out they're ideal for reducing cord clutter. As ...

Two cables on a keyboard might seem pointless since typing still works with just one. Here's what the second cable powers and why it even exists.