How Does A Cigar Humidor Work?

im looking into a cigar humidor but wondering how does it work and how long will it keep my cigars fresh? what do i have to do with it in regards to changing the humidifier or what not?

Do People Who Work In Reputable Cigar Shops Inform The Buyer Of The Health Hazards Of Smoking?

Say I went in (a young guy) and tried to buy a cigar – would the sales person inform me of the dangers or simply sell me the cigar, perhaps even advising me to buy it? Or if i asked of the dangers, what do you expect they’d say?

Will A Hygrometer Made For A Cigar Humidor Also Work For A Room?

I’m looking at different models of digital hygrometers and it says that most of them are made for cigar humidors. Would this also work for measuring the humidity in a room? I’d like to keep tabs on the humidity of my basement!