We’ve got a major storm going on outside. The lighting is hitting everywhere and the thunder is so loud that whole house is shaking. I’ve never seen anything like it, I’m in Nottingham, UK.
Is it true that you can get hit by lightening in your own home with the windows shut? Through the pc wires if you’re on the net or whatever?
It feels like we’re in a war zone here! I’ve never seen a storm like it. I was actually wondering if there was an earthquake or something because the noises and stuff outside is reminding me of a war film!
*bites nails and nervously takes hands off keyboard in between key strokes…
edit: I read this and it made me wonder…?
“What’s the best way to keep your computer safe during a thunderstorm? In my opinion, just crawl under your desk and unplug it.
Although a good surge protector may keep your computer safe during a thunderstorm, I still unplug mine. After all, if the thing isn’t plugged into the wall, it’s kind of hard for a spike or surge to get through. Also, try to keep all of your computer‘s external components (monitors, scanners, printers, etc) plugged into the same surge protector as the computer. That way, when you pull the plug, all your equipment is protected and you don’t risk a spike / surge coming through an external component and damaging your computer.”
Best reply by Zack:
no
if ur outside with the computer
It is possible, but it probably won’t happen.
I’ve never heard of a case like that before… ever…, I don’t see how anything like is possible ^^.
possible
Yup, simply unplug ALL of your electronics. A surge protector only works one time, then you need to replace it. And some of the simpler protectors only offer protection in name only.
Power lines are usually protected by lighting arrestors as are houses. But, they are slow to engage and a power surge can still cripple your electronics.
Most lighting damage comes from the bolt hitting a tree and the tree crashing into the house or the bolt hitting the side of the house.