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Power strips and surge protectors are necessities these days. You need them, simply put, because there’s so much tech in your home that requires power. And in specific areas — for example, in your ...

Protecting your home's major appliances and electronics against damage from power surges is a smart move considering the extreme weather that's battering the country from coast to coast. We're willing ...

Surge protectors can keep appliances safe and prevent electrical fires. Here's how they work and how to choose the right one for your home. Alexandra Jones is a CNET contributor who writes about food, ...

Most surge protectors fail quietly. They don’t spark, smoke, or give you any dramatic warning. They simply stop protecting your devices – and you’d never know it. Nearly every home today has ...

Avoid home fires and burnt-out electronics by replacing your surge protector when these simple rules say it's time. My primary surge protector currently sits beside my desk, where it manages my lamp, ...

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