Plugging power strips into each other, a practice known as daisy-chaining, is strongly discouraged due to fire and electrical hazard risks. This method does not increase electrical capacity and can cause the initial power strip to overheat and melt its insulation by carrying the combined load of multiple devices. For increased power needs, users should opt for power strips with more outlets or longer cords, ensuring the total load does not exceed the strip's rating. High-power appliances like space heaters, microwaves, and refrigerators should always be plugged directly into wall outlets, as they can easily overload standard power strips. AI
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