• @Aux
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    -11 year ago

    If your microwave interferes with your wireless hardware, then it’s a health hazard. You should replace it ASAP.

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        11 year ago

        Right…

        • @[email protected]
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          1 year ago

          It’s not. There are two types of electromagnetic radiation: ionizing and non-ionizing.

          Ionizing is the radiation that is bad for you because it also shoots little tiny particles at you that damage your DNA. Think X-rays

          No-ionizing radiation doesn’t shoot tiny particles at you, so it’s mostly safe. Microwaves use this type, and it’s the exact same radiation your wifi router uses (which is why it can cause interference)

          The worst a microwave oven can do to you is give you a burn since they work by heating up water molecules. But, that would require you to trip the door switch and putting a body part inside.

          So, in conclusion, it’s basically impossible for a microwave to harm you with EMR unless you’re actively trying to make it harm you.

          Also, as an added bonus but of knowledge, it’s completely safe to microwave metal, if it’s in the right shape. Some microwaves even have a metal rack for heating up casseroles and such (mine did at one point)

          • @Aux
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            11 year ago

            Too much irrelevant text. Microwave ovens have enough power to burn you. Ionisation is not at play here.

            • @[email protected]
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              11 year ago

              It’s all relevant text. Like I said, you have to intentionally try to hurt yourself with a microwave. A bit of a shield leak won’t do anything.