Just how important is your data and equipment? The bottom line is you need protection, even if basic to help maintain "uptime". Thus, using a line conditioner and/or UPS is always a plus and shouldn't be discounted. Google for the makers of APC and Triplett devices and they cover the topic very well. The cost of a surge protector and UPS is pretty low cost, more as you get into optional stuff. As for line conditioner, it's added protection if you feel power glitches are common even if in thought but they seem so, worth the cost. Since, your systems are a laptop and desktop, the initail cost shouldn't be all that great. Beware, don't buy the cheapest protection, expect cheap protection if so.
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We are running a desktop and a laptop (AC plug most of the time ) without any power protector.
A few days ago we had some problems with the AC power in our community.
We would appreciate suggestions.
Thanks.

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