On Fri, Aug 28, 2009 at 4:28 AM, Linux Media<linuxmedia2 at aim.com> wrote: > Is it very risky for the Laptop to be using the cord without the ground tip? Very risky? No. Somewhat risky? Meh. Probably not, unless your laptop is made of metal and you have exposed wires that are constantly in contact with the inside of the case. Matt