How Does Lightning Affect ADSL Router?

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Lightning can damage ADSL routers by causing voltage surges through the telephone lines, which are used for internet connections. When lightning strikes nearby, it can induce high voltage spikes that may overwhelm the router's circuitry. The activation of an ADSL connection involves connecting the router to the telephone line, making it susceptible to such surges. Users should consider surge protectors to mitigate potential damage from lightning strikes. Understanding these risks is crucial for maintaining a stable internet connection.
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How does the lightning affect or damage the ADSL router? because the internet conection is a telephone line(wire)?

we connect the telephone line to get the internet connection after activating the ADSL connection, so how lightning can affect or damage the router when it is connected?

what does they do to activate the ADSL connection?
 
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Do you think you have suffered lightning damage or are you having trouble making a new connection work?
 
no, just i want to know
 
Telephone lines carry a small voltage, so I would assume the lightning may cause a surge. However I'm not sure if that is what you are after.
 
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