Computer Basic Tips: When we use our computer or laptop, many times we need to shut it down. During this time we have two options: Shut Down and Sleep Mode. But do you know how these two are different from each other and which option is better for you? Let’s understand this in simple language.
What does shutdown mean?
Shutting down means that you turn off your computer completely. In this, all the processes of the computer stop and the power supply is completely cut off. When you turn it on again, it boots from the beginning, that is, all the programs and files are loaded again.
Advantages:
- The computer’s performance improves because all programs and processes are closed.
- Electricity is saved because the power supply is completely turned off.
- If you are not going to use the computer for a long time, then this option is better.
What is Sleep Mode?
Your computer doesn’t shut down completely in Sleep Mode. It goes into a low power state where your open files and programs are saved in RAM. The computer’s screen turns off, but it can turn back on quickly.
Advantages:
- The computer turns back on quickly, and you find your files and programs right where you left off.
- Some electricity is saved because the computer is in a low power state.
- If you are not going to use the computer for a short time, then this option is better.
Which option is better?
Shut Down
• If you are not going to use the computer for a long time.
• If your computer is experiencing some problems and needs a reset.
• If you want to save power.
Sleep Mode
• If you are taking a short break and want to get back to work quickly.
• If you keep getting up from your work in between.
• If you want to save some electricity but don’t want to shut down your computer completely.
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