Electroshock devices, commonly referred to as Tasers (6 letters), are non-lethal weapons used by law enforcement and military personnel to incapacitate a person. They work by delivering an electric shock to the target, causing them to become temporarily paralyzed. The shock is strong enough to cause pain, but not enough to cause serious injury or death. Tasers have been used in a variety of situations, including crowd control, hostage rescue, and self-defense.