A device that provides emergency power to your computer, conditions the voltage, and protects against powers surges is called a __________________?

Correct answer: D. UPS = Uninterruptible power supply

  • A. PSU = Power supply unit
  • B. USP = Universal surge protector
  • C. UPPS = Universal power protection and supply
  • D. UPS = Uninterruptible power supply

Explanation

A UPS, or Uninterruptible Power Supply, provides temporary backup power and often regulates voltage and suppresses surges. PSU only supplies power inside the computer and does not normally provide battery backup.

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