The internet and misc computers -- what would survice?

[Cpl. Kalkwarf]

Actually any Computer that is well behind a good surge protector will most likely be OK, the main issue would be power. EMP really would damage the power grid, wiping out allot of transformers. Heck allot of vehicles would be OK too, might need to bypass or replace some minor components to get them in peak operating condition.

The effects of EMP have been greatly over exaggerated back in the day and of coarse with the help of Hollywood.

Of coarse a nearby Nuclear blast will overwhelm all nearby electronic devices, even if they were well protected from the effects of emp they would have other issues to worry about, such as the metallic parts being radioactive if they survived the thermal or blast effects.