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Q&A: Can you determine someone’s location by their IP address?

Posted on May 20, 2025

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Question from (name withheld by request): I hope you can help me, Rick. Someone is sending me threatening emails, and it has me worried.

I’m pretty sure it’s my ex-boyfriend because he mentions things in the emails that only he should know about. The thing is, I don’t recognize the email address.

I know you can get the IP address from an email’s headers because I researched it online. Is there any way to trace that IP address and find out where the emails are being sent from? [Read more…]

How can panelboards improve efficiency through optimizing power distribution and more?

Posted on May 20, 2025

Efficient power distribution is vital for smooth operations across industries, commercial spaces, and even large residential complexes. Unreliable systems not only cause energy wastage but also
increase downtime and maintenance costs.

This is where a well-designed panelboard comes into play, acting as a central point for distributing electrical power safely and systematically. Modern panelboards do far more than manage circuits. [Read more…]

How to choose the right Surge Protector for your computer (and other devices)

Posted on May 16, 2025

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Most everyone has lost at least one appliance or electronic device due to a power surge or lightning strike at some point.

But a quality surge protector can help protect your valuable equipment from damage during the next one (and believe me, there WILL be a next one).

For maximum protection, it’s essential that you choose the best surge protector for the device(s) in question. [Read more…]