With the rise of cheap, worthwhile streaming services and higher internet speeds, it has become more feasible — and downright logical for most people — to join the ever-growing cord-cutting community.

Who knew that a strand of coaxial cable could be so useful on its own? While we usually use these plain-looking wires to connect equipment like modems and cable boxes, you can actually make your own ...

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