Do I need to turn off the computer?

Modern computers can work for a long time without turning off and rebooting. But is it worth leaving your computer on when you get away from it? Is this a threat in terms of personal security? We found the answer.

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Supporters of turning off the computer give such arguments:

• The long operation of the computer reduces the service life of components and is a prerequisite for the fire or failure of the system unit and devices connected to it;
• Electricity savings;
• Severe weather conditions (during a strong thunderstorm may not be saved even a source of uninterrupted power) and frequent interruptions in electricity can lead to a breakdown of the power supply and other parts of the computer.

Their opponents are guided by the following arguments:

1. The less often you turn off the computer, the less processes in microprocessor and electronic elements occurs, the longer they will last;
2. The mechanism of the hard disk wears out mainly when the computer is launched, when the disk is gaining momentum;
3. Indeed, the arguments given above have all technical and physical justifications.

So is it necessary or not?

Both supporters and opponents have quite strong arguments. Our computers can work without great damage without turning off for a long time.

Now imagine that you have left your computer, leaving it on.

Returning to the office or home, you do not find your "car" in the usual place. The computer was stolen. If your computer was turned on, it will not be difficult for an attacker to access all your data. Even if you have a full -disc encryption.

You remember that it turns on only when the computer is turned off. And does not work in the "sleep" mode.

Our advice: turn off your computer when you leave the workplace or apartment.

The article was prepared by an interns in the framework of the program "School of Old Medications of the Greenhouse".