What type of device provides power to a computer and allows it to be safely shut down in the event of a power loss?

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What type of device provides power to a computer and allows it to be safely shut down in the event of a power loss?

  • surge suppressor
  • uninterruptible power supply
  • standby power supply
  • power inverter

Explanation: An uninterruptible power supply or UPS contains a battery backup that provides consistent power through brownouts and blackouts until the battery power is emptied. Many UPS systems can safely shut down a computer prior to the loss of battery power.

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