That all sounds very scary, but isn't high on my priority list of things to prep for. I am much more concerned about the unemployed drug addict looking for $$ for his next fix. (great topic for another thread...home invasion defense)

"find out how to protect yourself from an EMP attack"...that article doesn't say much about personal protection from an EMP. Apparently, "The only solution to this problem is a robust, multilayered missile-defense system." Where do I get one of those?

I would recommend putting an ad in Craigslist for free non-working microwave ovens, and get a couple to stash away some spare electronics, like a laptop, emergency radio, ham radio, CB, walkies, etc. I have read that the shielding that keeps microwaves from escaping also make it EMP proof.