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Old Dec 5, 2009 | 8:05 am
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Originally Posted by PDX-PLT
I did read an article in an electrical engineering journal several years ago that examined the issue. If I remember correctly, the issue was a real one, particularly for equipment that had been repaired (factory-installed shielding was often compromised/damaged during repairs). TV's and FM radios were the biggest concern due to the internal frequencies they used.
Having worked for a company that offered radiation test services, you're right in thinking damaged casing on phones and PC's is a real concern, as are leads hanging off the side of units for headphone, mice, portable storage etc. FWIW most Notebook PC's will radiate some interference in the GHz bands.
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