news 28 Posted January 20, 2009 How Surge Protectors Benefit Laptop Computers ( -at -) [OC]ModShop Known as power spikes, surges, brownouts, and blackouts, these fluctuations can cause anything from fire to data loss in an unprotected laptop computer. When power returns, it can come in a rush, rising significantly above standard household voltage levels to burn wires, overwhelm circuits and potentially cause damage to laptops, adapters, and any external peripherals that may be connected to the computer. Even when the power surge is not strong enough to knock out a system, it can slowly damage the computer's components, reducing its reliability and lifespan. A surge protector diverts the extra voltage from a power surge to a ground wire, sparing harm to any connected electrical devices. Review URL :: http://www.ocmodshop.com/ocmodshop.aspx?a=1268 Image URL :: http://www.ocmodshop.com/news/thumbnails/43287.gif Thank you for your time and attention as well as your continued interest in OCModShop.com. Alan McCloskey Owner / Managing Editor OCModShop.com Manage your OCModShop subscriptions (and browse previous newsletters) at http://www.ocmsmedia.com/newsletters/user-login.aspx Share this post Link to post