Surge protection without grounded plugs

My son just moved into an older house near his college. We're told
that the electricity isn't entirely reliable and that he should use a
surge protector.

The house's plugs aren't grounded. Will this affect the efficacy of a
surge protector?
Is the computer at risk or just the AC adapter?

Any recommendations would be appreciated.

TIA,
David

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