We've all been there-plugging in one too many devices into a power strip, hoping for the best while crossing our fingers that ...

Protect your devices with effective surge protection and power outage safety tips. Learn practical electronics protection ...

Surge protectors look like plug strips, but they have internal circuitry to keep dangerous amounts of electricity from getting through to the connected devices.(Jim Rossman / TNS) This week I received ...

An experienced electrician explains which household items should never be plugged into power strips due to fire and ...

The US uses two standard electrical plug types: Plug Type A and Plug Type B. Both have two parallel pins for power, while the latter has an additional grounding pin for safety. But if you look closely ...

This week I received an email from a reader: “With the recent stormy weather in my area, I have need of new surge protectors for my electronic devices. Do you have any recommendations?” I do have a ...

Electrical outlets are likely among the most significant and overlooked devices in the common household. And, depending on where you are in the world, you may have a vastly different image pop in your ...

Portable equipment and portable cords are designed/built to be used with many safety considerations in mind because (among other reasons) materials have their limits. Take, for example, the common ...