Couldnt find a thread like this. Do you turn your computer off at night?

I would also like to hear answers on the geekier side. Which extends the life of your computer the longest?

I always turn it off at night because I feel like it needs to rest. Because it gets hot doesnt it? And because I know that some programs that may have memory leaks may be using up all my memory and it wont go back down until I restart.

So take the poll and then explain your answer.

i turn mine off every night

No, Because I am lazy and it's the only clock in my room. hate the earth

Why wouldn't I? It's a waste of power not to.

Yes I do. I'm not using it so why waste the energy?

i do, because it saves energy and especially in the summer it blows really loud

Yes I do. I'm not using it, it's loud &im wasting energy.
It doesn't take that long to turn off/on, so w.e.

No, I use Linux. Only boot into Windows for gaming.

I turn my computer off at night, because it's in my room. And since it's 6 years old it runs a little loud...and it's useless for me to keep it on and not even look at it.

No... you're only hurting your computer by shutting it off and turning it on. Electronics go through wear and tear, you know?




That's irrelevant.

Sort of. I put it to sleep. Does that count as "turning it off"?

sleep mode ftw

Im not sure if its the same with macs but with pc's if you put it into sleep and then turn it back on it is using memory. Windows hibernate and sleep modes are pretty useless. How much energy does turing off a computer actually save? As much as turning off a light bulb?

i turn off my computer when i'm gone for more than an entire day. usually, i'm back within half a day or quarter of a day at most, since i do use my laptop before and after class and during work.

for the other computers that i don't use daily, they still fall under my 24 hour rule: off if i'm gone for anything more than a day, no for less. i think it's a good balance, energy-wise and time-wise.

I have my computer connected to a surge suppressor. I Turn off my computer as well as the surge suppressor. They say that you should turn your computer off/on as little as possible to avoid chip creep, however in all my years as a computer tech I have not once seen a case involving chip creep.

I keep mine on at all times. Electronics have wear and tear as well.

My HD is always a spinnin'

Chip creek?

No, chip creep.

Chip creep?

wait, how does turning it off and on each day and night put wear and tear? I would think leaving it on 24/7 would.

Circuitry is very delicate. Turning on a computer sends a brief surge of electricity through the machine, which can eventually wear out circuitry.

(However, you'd have to turn a computer on several times a day for it to really have an effect.)

Mm, nope. I sleep it.

Yes, chip creep.

What is a chip creep?!

http://lmgtfy.com/?q=chip+creep

Thanks, I thought he'd never figure it out.

sometimes...
but rarely but its a good way to conserve energy if u turn it off
i love the earth!

You don't sound very concious of the earth.

i will start turning off my computer daily though

That didnt help.

Now now, no one likes a smart-ass.

he forgot to click the first link

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chip_creep

Joe,

I can't help but notice that the majority of the users that frequent this website have a complete lack of respect for you. In fact, to the new user, some of the comments that other members hurl your way seem downright rude and disrespectful, however those who sit back and observe quickly realize you're bringing it upon yourself. Maybe you realize this, and maybe you don't. I'm just going to tell you because this is the last bit of respect I have for you as a human being. The sooner you stop acting like an idiot; the sooner people will actually find respect for you. From this point on, if you do not change when responding to my posts I will treat you the way you clearly wish to be treated.

Sincerely,

Uronacid

when i fart, it go like dis

I read it but i didnt understand.

And im not being a smart but. Im being honest.




You dont think I have been trying? Thanks for the novel anyways.

NOW im being a smart but.

wow lol..

I usually turn it off but usually when Im updating my computer there are those window updates that take hours, so I keep it on and basically I keep my comp on from the morning till midnight (yes Im a computer addict) so its basically on forever :]

This is a quote directly from the wiki page you posted:


What makes you think that anyone could explain the concept of "Chip Creep" any better than that? We all know you're more intelligent than this. It's hard to believe you're this stupid. Again, stop acting like an idiot. Are you mentally disabled? I'm just being honest.

I rarely turn mine off but I do restart everyday. Reminds me, it's time to clean the fan. :x

bwahaha

You know what, I don't think I ever actually answered the question. Yes, I do shut off my computer, but only if I'm not going to use it for more than 24 hours. This weekend me and Holly went up to 1000 Islands NY for a mini birthday vacation. I shut-off my computer. :)

It depends whether I'm downloading something or not

No it isn't. Linux doesn't turn into a slug when it's left on overnight.

I have one computer that runs Windows 7 only, and all I do with that one is reboot it once every other day.

yes, gotta try to be green..

I've seen it once, in a computer with an IntelDX4. It just doesn't happen with modern computers.

no becuz i just keep it as a night light

and its silent quieter than the PS3..

THAT'S AMAZING. lol. I've never seen/heard of that before, haha. Pretty cool

Yes, I do. It's usually just common sense, no? I mean, I get to save energy and sleep in peace. The only time I ever leave it on is if A) I watch T.V. and go to sleep without remembering to turn it off (but I do sometimes wake up in the night since it's a little loud or if I randomly get an IM), B) I am downloading a file that would take a long time to download, and C) if I have to design or code something that's important or if it's something I really need want to finish.

eh, No.. im lazy.