HardwareQuestion 15 of 100
When installing internal components, why should a technician use an antistatic wrist strap?
a.To improve the speed of the installation
b.To keep cables neatly organized
c.To prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging components
d.To increase electrical power to the parts
Explanation
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can silently damage sensitive electronic components such as CPUs and RAM. An antistatic wrist strap keeps the technician at the same electrical potential as the equipment, safely dissipating static charge. Working on an antistatic mat further reduces the risk.
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