15 Cords and Adapters You Should Probably Throw Out

Somewhere in your home is likely a twisted, writhing mass of cables for all manner of devices — I know because I have multiple caches of cords dating back at least 20 years, if not older. For my spring cleaning this year, I’m getting rid of everything I no longer need, so I’ll share a few helpful guidelines along with what I’m sending to the thrift store.

Tips for cutting cord clutter

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Don’t be afraid to toss less common cords — even if you accidentally throw out a cord before finding your vintage iPod — replacements are readily available at thrift shops and specialty stores.

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Let’s start with a few essential steps to help you determine which cords to keep and which to toss. Orphan cords are an easy target because they no longer have a compatible device to power, charge or connect to a computer — think smartphones,

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