Blackouts happen, and generators can make them a lot less awful. But what kind of generator do you need, and how powerful does it have to be? Here’s how to tell.

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A solar generator can be a lifesaver during natural disasters or power outages. Here are the two we recommend buying for both small- and large-scale use.

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