how long can i Keep my laptop on?
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This is quite simple. A computer at it's core is an electrical device, and because it is electrical it is designed to function in one of two states - on or off. Regardless of your OS, brand, platform ect. - it is an electrical device. It's designed to consume power and run when you need it. Typically the real question comes down to the quality of the parts of the power supply and other hardware devices found in it. Ever notice that cheaper quality electrical devices usually have shorter lifespans? - in this case I would say that you have a decent quality machine with a power supply that is designed to be on for long durations. The way electrical devices are designed and built today really is an engineering marvel. You'd be surprised how long most electrical devices last, considering that the device is taken care of properly. Most instances of a computer needing to be shutoff usually has to do with a need to reboot, change a battery, or just to turn it off. Laptops in particular consume far less energy than conventional desktop systems. This reason alone is why many migrate towards using laptops - the reduction in energy consumption is quite astounding when compared to a desktop that may use 6-7-8 times more energy to do the same tasks. Your laptop will be fine - I leave mine on for long extended periods of time and I have yet to see a glitch. Have fun.
899465
Yes, you can. The laptop will be totally fine as all the information is stored permanently on the hard drive, which doesn't require power going to it for the information to stay safely on there. If you unplug the router then you *might* need to set your net connection up on it again afterwards, but as long as you're comfortable doing that then it's no real problem.\n\nOh, and I disagree entirely with Derek D's advice. People run their laptops until the battery's completely flat all the time, it's a totally commonplace event and requires nothing to sort except plugging it in again and letting it charge up for a while.
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Laptop batteries have finite life spans. Whether you use the power cord and remove the battery it will lengthen the life of the battery.\n\nLi-Ion laptop battery lifespan is approximately 1000 charge cycles, or 2-4 years under normal operating conditions.\n\nKeeping the battery in a cool place can prolong its life but not in a period of extended storage. The Li-ion battery should be stored at 40 percent rather than full-charge state.\n\nThe battery ages even if not used. For best results, keep the battery cool. In addition, store the battery at a 40 percent charge level. Never fully charge or discharge the battery before storage. The 40 percent charge assures a stable condition even if self-discharge robs some of the battery's energy. Most battery manufacturers store Li-ion batteries at 15°C (59°F) and at 40 percent charge.\n\nKeeping a laptop battery on constant charge is and never using it is not good for the laptop battery. Run the battery down and recharging it at least once every month.
210883
wear a rainjacket. it's highly doubtful you're getting radiation from your laptop tho.
53391
A General rule of thumb is that if you have no good reason to leave your computer on don't.  You will lessen the chances of your computer being influtrated if it is not on 24/7.  However, you can leave it on if you wish but ensure that you have taken the proper precautions:\n1) Have an anti-virus program  (i suggest PC-Cillin by trend micro)\n\n2) Have a good Firewall program\n\n3) Have good proactive spyware program (i suggest Spy Sweeper by web root)
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honestly, in terms of today's technology, it really doesn't matter at all.  Many times, people are worried that keeping it on will wear out the components, and sometimes that turning it back on will shock the components too much.  If you're buying a new computer every 4-5 years, it really does not matter
804522
its a way for your computer to save energy while its not in use.
859540
I use a laptop and seldom switch it off.Usually like for and hour or two in a week..But it runs perfect and is not slow at all..I live in canada and tend to keep my window open ..Now it is winter and I havent switched off my notebook for 1 week..The room temperature has been varying between -2 to +2 degree C..depending on the time of the day..
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U can leave it on as much as u want, but...\n1. be sure that u have installed some temperature monitoring program or u need to check BIOS for setings bout that.\n2. Remember that your CPU cant last forewer (heat damages him over time). Transistors broking over time and at some point your CPU will be out of order. For Intel its 15%, and AMD about 30% of overall number of transistors, i think.
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depends on how much you use your pc.. if you use your computer throughout the day, keep it on all day and turn it off at night.\n\nTry this-\nscreen saver on after 15 minutes of inactivity.\nstandby after 30 minutes of inactivity\nhard drive off after 45 minutes of inactivity
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Here are some Tips to increase the battery life time :\n1) Power down the display\n2) Turn off unused devices\n3) Decrease hard drive activity\n4) Disable startup items\n5) Condition the battery\n6) Turn Off Wireless\n7) Turn off scheduled tasks\n\nThe Portable/Laptop power scheme minimizes the use of power to conserve your battery, but adjusts to your processing needs so that the system speed is not sacrificed.\n \n• The Max Battery power scheme minimizes power use but does not adjust as your processing demands change. You should use Max Battery only in situations that require minimal processing, such as reading documents and taking notes in a meeting.\n \n\nTo use a power scheme designed to maximize battery life:\n\n1. Click Start, and then click Control Panel.\n \n2. In Control Panel, verify that you're in Category view, and then click Performance and Maintenance.\n \n3. In the Performance and Maintenance window, click Power Options.\n \n4. On the Power Schemes tab of the Power Options Properties dialog box, click the arrow under Power schemes, and then click Max Battery.\n \n5. Click OK.\n \nhttp://www.microsoft.com/atwork/stayconnected/battery.mspx
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Its better u plugged ur battery out...!\nEvery battery has LifeTimer..! when u left it plugged in, it will decrease its LifeCycle. \nTo ensure lasting ur battery, from time to time, try to charge it nearly 8hrs without turning on ur LapTop.!\nenjoy it ;)
972549
standby mod if you want the computer to stay on your files but not have the screen on then you put it on stand by i have a labtop and thats what i do.
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I don't hink you can go wrong with either a Dell Latitude or IBM Thinkpad.  They are both quality machines and usually competitively priced.  Nowadays, long battery life is about 5 hours, but if you buy a model with 3 hours of battery life, you can always buy an extra battery, dim your screen, turn off the radios (Wifi and bluetooth) and you'll be up and running for a long time.
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You can work without restarting ...\nBut after 10-15 days you will face issues related to perfomance as the components of computer get heated up due continuos use...
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Never. This allows your computer to charge its battery in case you want to unplug it for more mobility. It doesn't matter if your computer is one or off because it will still recharge the same way as usual.
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You should be ok if you have it on a hard surface like a desk or table. \n\nIf you have it on the floor, or couch, or table with tablecloth, it may overheat due to the fan being blocked by the fabric.  Overheating is bad as it can kill the motherboard and/or drive and you would have an expensive paperweight.\n\nLeaving a computer on is supposed to be good for it since booting from the off state over and over adds wear and tear to the system.  I have a PC that I power off every night, and a work laptop that gets shut down once or twice a day, both work fine.  I haven't rebooted my mac in over a month and it too works fine.