Surge protectors and power strips might look the same, but their purpose is very different. And one is much more helpful to ...

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, ...

Just how well do facility managers understand power surges and surge protective devices (SPDs), otherwise known as transient voltage surge suppressors (TVSSs)? According to a survey conducted by the ...

You should always plug complex (and expensive) electronics, such as televisions, computers, and home audio systems, into a ...

Don’t let voltage surges damage your equipment. Learn how to properly size and place surge protective devices to safeguard your electrical systems, ensuring reliability and performance in every ...

We all love the convenience of extension cords and surge protectors. Plug something in, and power is just a foot or two away.

Pretty much every home today has devices that can be impacted by electrical surges – TVs, computers, and even your kitchen appliances. However, even if you’ve taken the initiative to protect these ...

If you’re going to buy one thing today, let it be this 22-device surge-protecting power strip that’s now just $18 on Amazon. That’s 40 percent off its $30 MSRP — a fantastic bargain. Playing the “need ...

When people have visibility into the amount of electricity they’re using, they’ll start using it more wisely.' ...

Fourteen-gauge and 12-gauge extension cords are some of the most common extension cords. A 14-gauge cord can handle up to ...

Corin Cesaric is a Flex Editor at CNET. She received her bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Before joining CNET, she covered crime at People Magazine and ...