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Topic subjectRE: Surge Protectors
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566188, RE: Surge Protectors
Posted by KJT, Sun Nov-10-19 12:19 PM
You're probably in need of a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply), which is a battery-containing device that, in the event of a power surge or outage (or brownout) , can automatically protect and/or shut down your computer safely or allow you time to do it manually.

Check Amazon for prices - you won't need the most expensive models - just one with enough capacity to turn off your computer safely - unless you prefer to keep on surfing in the dark.

A tip: Batteries die after a few years and generally are replaceable at a lower cost than an entirely new UPS.

Jim.