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A 4-way switch is a type of electrical switch that allows you to control a single light or set of lights from multiple locations. It differs from a standard light switch in that it can be used in conjunction with two 3-way switches to create a three-way lighting circuit, providing more flexibility in controlling the lights from different points in a room.

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