Stupid question about electricity

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Originally Posted by aimeecc

Try getting a UPS (Universal Power Supply). They regulate the power so that its constant - no spikes, no lows either. You can get one for around $30. I use one for my computer stuff and one for the TV and stereo.

Get Head-On. Apply it to a machine's forehead. Same technology also recommends a UPS.

Electricity from that UPS is some of the most destructive to electric motors. That UPS is recommended using same reasoning that proved Saddam had WMDs. That UPS can even apply more spikes to computers, TV, stereos, etc. That UPS does not claim to do anything posted. However those without any electrical knowledge (ie your Best Buy salesman) will promote that UPS as a miracle solution.

There is no alternative to the Kill-a-Watt recommendation. Solution to motor failures is impossible without numbers. UPS is not even protection for the TV, stereo, et al.