Tag: Power outage

Why Electricity Has Become a Cybersecurity Factor During Blackouts

Lightning bolt, digital pattern lock and laptop with warning sign symbolizing safety risks during power outages.
How power outages weaken cyber security of systems and data

Blackouts have stopped being just an issue of comfort or household inconvenience — today they directly affect digital security. When the power goes out, we think about charging our smartphones or keeping the internet running, but we don’t always consider that power disruptions create real threats to information systems. At a time when business, government services and personal data form the foundation of the digital economy, electricity has become a new key element of cyber defense.

How Smart Plugs Help Manage Energy Consumption During Power Outages

The smartphone controls the heater via a smart socket with a Wi-Fi module.
Convenient power management during power outages

At a time when electricity supply is often unstable and energy saving has become a matter not just of economy but also of protecting household appliances, smart plugs come to the rescue. These small devices can turn an ordinary electrical appliance into part of a smart home, allowing users to remotely control power, monitor energy consumption, and even automate device operation. But how exactly do they help during outages, and why have they become so popular in recent years?

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