[Swprograms] WSJ (of all places): New sunspot cycle: "We are set up for a nasty surprise"
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[Swprograms] WSJ (of all places): New sunspot cycle: "We are set up for a nasty surprise"



http://online.wsj.com/article/SB119091398309341475.html?mod=djemTECH

"Space weather forecasters are bracing for a new season of intense
sunspot activity that could begin by March and peak in 2012."

The article is classically alarmist in tone, but highlights how our
dependence on electronic technologies increases our vulnerability to
sun-induced electrical upsets.

A Wall Street Journal subscription is probably required, but you might
click through to see if this content is openly available.

-- 
Richard Cuff / Allentown, PA  USA
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