More on Solar Activity

SolarStorms

Back in April I shared an article about the upcoming increase in solar activity.  The big question for most of us is the extent of its impact on our day-to-day activities – there's little doubt that we're more dependent on technology than ever before.  This article at Space.com sheds more light on the subject:

http://www.space.com/scienceastronomy/active-sun-solar-storms-100609.html

So how much of the increased concern is legitimate and how much is sensationalized media?  I suppose we'll find out one way or the other… don't forget your sunscreen.