Section: Core

29) True or false? Opening up the computer's power supply is a good procedure.

1. True
   
2. False
   

As an A+ certified technician, you should never open a power supply. Opening a power supply exposes you to extremely high voltages, as there is voltage and current stored in capacitors that will hold their charge for a long period of time. This charge could cause bodily injury to the technician or even prove fatal.

Exam Objective: 5.2 Explain environmental impacts and the purpose of environmental controls.