What You Should (and Shouldn't) Unplug or Turn Off When You Go On Vacation

June 4, 2023

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Just as we orbit around the Sun, the Sun orbits around the core of the Milky Way. Relative to the center of the galaxy, we’re moving at an average speed of 143 miles per second (230 kilometers per second). Even at that breakneck speed though, it still takes approximately 230 million terrestrial years to complete one trip around.

From saving money on your electric bill to protecting sensitive electronics from damage, there are plenty of good reasons to unplug things when you go on vacation. Here’s what you should shut down, what you shouldn’t, and when. Read More »

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