Do you turn off your computer at night? |
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 Jun 28 2009, 10:52 PM
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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. |
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Jun 28 2009, 10:54 PM
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 I'm Jc Group: Mentor Posts: 13,619 Joined: Jul 2006 Member No: 437,556 |
i turn mine off every night
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Jun 28 2009, 10:55 PM
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 Sex, Blood, & RocknRoll Group: People Staff Posts: 5,305 Joined: Nov 2007 Member No: 596,480 |
No, Because I
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Jun 28 2009, 11:06 PM
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Why wouldn't I? It's a waste of power not to.
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Jun 28 2009, 11:11 PM
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Yes I do. I'm not using it so why waste the energy?
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Jun 28 2009, 11:24 PM
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 poison Group: Official Member Posts: 4,806 Joined: Mar 2008 Member No: 629,020 |
i do, because it saves energy and especially in the summer it blows really loud
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Jun 28 2009, 11:24 PM
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 asdfghjkl; Group: Official Designer Posts: 1,121 Joined: Jul 2008 Member No: 665,416 |
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. |
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Jun 28 2009, 11:37 PM
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 /人◕‿‿◕人\ Group: Official Member Posts: 8,283 Joined: Dec 2007 Member No: 602,927 |
No, I use Linux. Only boot into Windows for gaming.
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Jun 28 2009, 11:54 PM
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 DDR \\ I'm Dee :) Group: Mentor Posts: 8,662 Joined: Mar 2006 Member No: 384,020 |
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.
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Jun 29 2009, 05:50 AM
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No... you're only hurting your computer by shutting it off and turning it on. Electronics go through wear and tear, you know?
QUOTE(Buttsex @ Jun 29 2009, 12:37 AM)  No, I use Linux. Only boot into Windows for gaming. That's irrelevant. |
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Jun 29 2009, 07:21 AM
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Sort of. I put it to sleep. Does that count as "turning it off"?
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Jun 29 2009, 07:34 AM
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 (. .) Group: Official Member Posts: 2,367 Joined: Jun 2004 Member No: 20,089 |
sleep mode ftw
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Jun 29 2009, 08:00 AM
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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?
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Jun 29 2009, 08:32 AM
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(. .) Group: Official Member Posts: 2,367 Joined: Jun 2004 Member No: 20,089 |
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. |
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Jun 29 2009, 08:35 AM
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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.
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Jun 29 2009, 11:29 AM
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Senior Member Group: Official Member Posts: 6,349 Joined: Aug 2006 Member No: 455,274 |
I keep mine on at all times. Electronics have wear and tear as well.
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Jun 29 2009, 11:36 AM
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My HD is always a spinnin'
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Jun 29 2009, 12:08 PM
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Chip creek?
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Jun 29 2009, 12:11 PM
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QUOTE(jcp @ Jun 29 2009, 01:08 PM) Chip creek? No, chip creep. |
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Jun 29 2009, 12:12 PM
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Chip creep?
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Jun 29 2009, 12:16 PM
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poison Group: Official Member Posts: 4,806 Joined: Mar 2008 Member No: 629,020 |
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.
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Jun 29 2009, 12:37 PM
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QUOTE(Tomates @ Jun 29 2009, 01:16 PM) 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.) |
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Jun 29 2009, 12:56 PM
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Mm, nope. I sleep it.
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Jun 29 2009, 01:17 PM
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QUOTE(jcp @ Jun 29 2009, 01:12 PM) Chip creep? Yes, chip creep. |
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Jun 29 2009, 01:21 PM
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What is a chip creep?!
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Jun 29 2009, 01:25 PM
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Jun 29 2009, 01:55 PM
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QUOTE(mipadi @ Jun 29 2009, 02:25 PM) Thanks, I thought he'd never figure it out. |
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Jun 29 2009, 01:56 PM
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 TooMuch Swagg Group: Member Posts: 378 Joined: May 2008 Member No: 645,693 |
sometimes...
but rarely but its a good way to conserve energy if u turn it off i love the earth! |
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Jun 29 2009, 01:57 PM
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QUOTE(iExquisite @ Jun 29 2009, 02:56 PM) 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. |
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Jun 29 2009, 02:23 PM
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TooMuch Swagg Group: Member Posts: 378 Joined: May 2008 Member No: 645,693 |
QUOTE(Uronacid @ Jun 29 2009, 02:57 PM) You don't sound very concious of the earth. i will start turning off my computer daily though |
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Jun 29 2009, 02:56 PM
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Jun 29 2009, 03:12 PM
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QUOTE(jcp @ Jun 29 2009, 03:56 PM) That didnt help. Now now, no one likes a smart-ass. |
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Jun 29 2009, 03:16 PM
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Jun 29 2009, 03:19 PM
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QUOTE(jcp @ Jun 29 2009, 03:56 PM) That didnt help. 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 |
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Jun 29 2009, 03:26 PM
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Jun 29 2009, 03:30 PM
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QUOTE(ohshieza @ Jun 29 2009, 03:16 PM) I read it but i didnt understand. And im not being a smart but. Im being honest. QUOTE(Uronacid @ Jun 29 2009, 03:19 PM) 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 You dont think I have been trying? Thanks for the novel anyways. NOW im being a smart but. |
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Jun 29 2009, 03:39 PM
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wow lol..
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Jun 29 2009, 03:40 PM
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 AIDS at RAVES. Group: Official Designer Posts: 2,386 Joined: Dec 2007 Member No: 598,878 |
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 :]
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Jun 29 2009, 03:43 PM
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QUOTE(jcp @ Jun 29 2009, 04:30 PM) 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. This is a quote directly from the wiki page you posted: QUOTE Chip creep occurs due to thermal expansion; the contracting and expanding during system heat up and cools down. 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. |
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Jun 29 2009, 03:43 PM
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 Tick tock, Bill Group: Administrator Posts: 8,764 Joined: Dec 2005 Member No: 333,948 |
I rarely turn mine off but I do restart everyday. Reminds me, it's time to clean the fan. :x
QUOTE(IWontRapeYou @ Jun 28 2009, 10:55 PM) No, Because I bwahaha |
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Jun 29 2009, 04:00 PM
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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. :)
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Jun 29 2009, 04:02 PM
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It depends whether I'm downloading something or not
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Jun 29 2009, 05:06 PM
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QUOTE(illriginal @ Jun 29 2009, 04:50 AM) That's irrelevant. 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. |
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Jun 29 2009, 05:16 PM
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 the name's mario Group: Official Member Posts: 1,270 Joined: Jun 2008 Member No: 656,520 |
yes, gotta try to be green..
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Jun 29 2009, 06:41 PM
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QUOTE(interpretation @ Jun 28 2009, 09:06 PM) Why wouldn't I? It's a waste of power not to. |
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Jun 29 2009, 08:19 PM
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/人◕‿‿◕人\ Group: Official Member Posts: 8,283 Joined: Dec 2007 Member No: 602,927 |
QUOTE(Uronacid @ Jun 29 2009, 07:35 AM) 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've seen it once, in a computer with an IntelDX4. It just doesn't happen with modern computers. |
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Jun 29 2009, 10:11 PM
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no becuz i just keep it as a night light
 and its silent quieter than the PS3.. |
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Jun 29 2009, 10:17 PM
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asdfghjkl; Group: Official Designer Posts: 1,121 Joined: Jul 2008 Member No: 665,416 |
QUOTE(mipadi @ Jun 29 2009, 11:25 AM) THAT'S AMAZING. lol. I've never seen/heard of that before, haha. Pretty cool 
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Jun 29 2009, 11:52 PM
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 Mel Blanc was allergic to carrots. Group: Official Designer Posts: 6,371 Joined: Aug 2008 Member No: 676,291 |
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
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Jun 29 2009, 11:58 PM
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eh, No.. im lazy.
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Jun 29 2009, 11:58 PM
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Yes, because it saves energy and gives the computer/laptop a rest.
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Jun 30 2009, 12:20 AM
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QUOTE(Uronacid @ Jun 29 2009, 03:19 PM) 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 im a jerk |
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Jun 30 2009, 12:30 AM
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AIDS at RAVES. Group: Official Designer Posts: 2,386 Joined: Dec 2007 Member No: 598,878 |
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Jun 30 2009, 12:35 AM
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 Ley <3 Group: Member Posts: 579 Joined: Jul 2008 Member No: 664,894 |
I dont turn mine off. It just takes to much time and energy to do so. I usually just turn off my screen since people seem to think i will answer their ims at all hours of the night.
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Jun 30 2009, 07:55 AM
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Senior Member Group: Official Designer Posts: 5,880 Joined: Nov 2007 Member No: 593,382 |
But that doesn't top people from Iming you?
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