When there is a lightning storm, do you worry about your electronics getting busted? This is a very real danger, since lightning striking the power grid can introduce thousands of volts, which easily can fry sensitive electronics that are connected to a wall receptacle. The same can happen when there is a surge for other reasons that might not be as easily expected as a lightning storm.
What can you do to protect yourself? While disconnecting all electronics during a lightning storm might seem like a good method, you will not always be there to do this, and as mentioned, surges can happen due to other reasons besides lightning.
Your best bet is to connect your electronics to a surge protector. These power strips are made to protect your electronics, and they are relatively inexpensive. It is important to remember, however, that they can only protect you against a few surges before they become ineffective, so you should pay attention to the indicator light letting you know that it is time to replace it.
