Surge protection is the feature you forget about until your expensive electronics remember it for you.

The all-important surge protector has become a mainstay of desktop and entertainment setups, protecting a variety of devices from damage due to electrical surges from lightning and other problems. And ...

Knowing industry guidelines can save you money and enhance performance. The vast array of surge protection devices, and the ratings that characterize them, can be confusing. How do you sort through ...

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, ...

The primary defense to protect electrical equipment from over-voltages is surge arresters. These necessary devices hold metal oxide varistors (MOVs) and are rapid response protectors against voltage ...

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 expand your outlet capacity, yes, but they also keep devices safe from power surges—so choose the right one. Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City. After graduating ...

Avoid home fires and burnt-out electronics by replacing your surge protector when these simple rules say it's time. Tyler Lacoma Editor / Home Security and Smart Home Tyler has worked on, lived with ...