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jazztrumpet216 said:
And cable can't conduct electricity either? Highly unlikely but possible (fiber optics don't conduct very well but it is possible to have a surge in the cable line). ISDN, DSL, Cable, phone line, lightning doesn't discriminate. Like 13oots2 said, if it's a wire into your computer, it's a risk. Personally I just assume not to screw around and tempt fate.
]Originally posted by Jackywebdesign
My tv got fried last yr because the stupid lightning went thru the cable.. o well... got a new one out of it..
If your cable is properly installed then the first splitter (from where your cable comes into your house) should be grounded to a cold water pipe or another ground. pretty much all cable splitters have a little screw on them so that you can attach a ground wire and once its grounded your computer/tv/vcr and all other components connected will be safe from lightning coming in through the cable, so as long as you've got a surge protector your OK.
personally i just hate it when lightning knocks the power out, one night I actually had to break out the old Gameboy and try to play it by candle light...my eyes still hurt.
BTW since ppl have said not to talk on the phone during a lightning storm I thought I'd add that you shouldnt be in the shower either for those that arent aware.