[ubuntu-uk] Dell & Ubuntu - gradually looking more hopeful

[Mark Harrison]

Chris Jones wrote:
> Hi
>
> Mark Harrison wrote:
>   
>> - Insert flat-head screwdriver into mains pin on one of the sockets on 
>> the N-way
>>     
>
> Insert it into the earth hole. That is how it's supposed to work - that
> is why the earth pin is longer on plugs. It also dramatically reduces
> the chances of you electrocuting yourself if you forget to unplug the
> multi-socket strip, or need to do this on a more permanent socket.
>
>   

Chris,

Sorry - that's what I'd meant.

> It's still not a good idea really, and adapters are very cheap.
>
>   

I agree. I've used it when the "total cost of an adaptor" included such 
externalities as "making eight paying customers sit around and wait half 
an hour for the presentation to start while I nip out to B&Q" :-)

M.