....that optical cable does not carry electrical power. It by itself doesn't present a hazard to one's computers. House power surges do.
Greetings Community Members, Ajtrek here. Below is an excerpt from an article published on 6/15/17 relating to Power Surges and Spikes in the U.S.
The New York City-based Insurance Information Institute a non-profit, communications organization supported by the U.S. insurance industry, conducted a study that revealed the following:
-- More than US$825 million in lightning claims was paid out last year to more than 109,000 policyholders;
-- Over 50% of claims were related to electrical surge damaging components or wiring, while power surges from transformer or service line shorts were also contributing factors.
That said, I should note that not every power surge or spike results in damages to electrical appliances and devices. While those numbers IMO (in the article) are not entirely representative of the millions of households that probably experience a power surge or spike in varying degrees; it still begs the question in regards to our own appliances and devices. Note: Links are provided for information only; but do contain advertisements.
Check out the full article here:
http://www.canadianunderwriter.ca/insurance/number-lightning-related-homeowners-insurance-claims-u-s-2016-average-cost-insurers-insurance-information-institute-1004115334/
To understand more about what a power surge/spike is or isn’t; and how they’re caused click the link:
http://www.naturalhandyman.com/iip/infelectrical/infsurge.html
With the ever increasing number of electrical appliances and devices in our homes that are continuously connected to an electrical power source; it should behoove us all to take an extra precautionary step to limit the potential damage that a probable power surge or spike may cause. If you are a home owner you can actually incorporate power surge and spike protection into the wiring at every receptacle. While that solution is a good first step (depending upon where you live) a second layer of external protection may still be a good bet.
We share a lot of excellent information about tech in this forum. Computers and/or similar tech being the primary focus. However, one topic I’ve not seen discussed is “how do we protect our tech from the nasties caused by the local power grid or even an ISP” (i.e. Power Surges/Spikes). IMO power surge and spike protection are just as important as good computer maintenance, virus and malware protection.
Here’s what I use and not just for my computers; but tech such as Stereo Components, TV’s, stand-alone lighting, appliances and Home AI devices. If you find it to be somewhat overkill…that’s OK
Stand-alone lighting, Appliances and Home AI devices:
Wall mount (single or multi-input) or Floor (multi-input) with a 500 to 3000 joule rating ($20-$30)
TV and Stereo Components:
Wall Mount or Floor < Battery Back-up ($98-$280) < Line Conditioner w/multi inputs ($300-$1000)
Computer Desktop:
Wall Mount or Floor < Battery Back-up
Computer Laptop charging
Wall mount (single or multi-input) or Floor (multi-input)
Cell Phones/Tablets/Other USB device charging
Wall Mount < Powered USB Hub ($30-$50)
Please share your thoughts and solutions – Thanks!
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