[HelloNateR]

Hi everyone.

I use one of those lightweight, long, folding tables with the plastic surface (like you can buy at office supply stores) for a desk. Recently, there's been a noticable static electricity field building up on my desk, which I assume has a lot to do with the material. I can tell the static field is there because I can feel it "pulling" on my hand when I hover my palm just above the surface. Also, any hair in the air sticks to the table (from my doggies).

My question is whether or not I should be concerned with my PowerBook and a couple LaCie external hard drives on this surface. What do you think?

Or, does anyone know how to eliminate the static buildup?

Cheers.

[f1000]

The static isn't going to damage your PowerBook. Your laptop's aluminum shell will act as a Faraday cage to protect the electronics inside.

If the static annoys you, cover the table in something. Better yet, paint the plastic surfaces.