Originally Posted by jitkaau
Every electrical item that I own is plugged into a surge protector. I had new items wiped out when I was in college, so don't let it happen again. I was fortunate in that my dad was an electrical engineer and advised me on best items etc., and my phone has the same protection. My boards cost about $250 each, but probably cheaper in the 'States. We have surges daily and blackouts weekly.
Sorry to stray from the subject, but I noticed you were from Australia. I hope you have been safe from all of the flooding down there. I have watched on the news about the terrible flooding and so many have lost their lives and property. Hope you and yours are all safe. Take Care. Gerbie