Struts are much like what used to be shock absorbers except more expensive to replace. Bad/worn out struts will greatly reduce the handling and control of the vehicle. You can drive the car but it may put you in a dangerous situation. How much do you value your life?
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Yes, but only if the old ones were sagging.
They are an integral part of the steering and suspension that also performs like a shock absorber. They can be on the front or the rear.
Struts.
Cars would use shocks or struts in front but not both.
Coil spring boosters are only for coil springs, NOT those found on struts. Struts are engineered to function in only their original configuration and should not be modified. Look into finding new struts that will fit your application.