Thanks for posting such great advice, Dave.

For anyone who needs an extension cord for the computer, I'd recommend replacing the power cord with a ten foot cord. If that's not enough, get a 6 or 10 foot power cord extension like these. I include this page as a demonstration only--I have not dealt with them. You can get these cords from many sources. Most monitors will take these cords, too.

Also, plug your computer into a good quality surge protector, not a cheap strip.

PA