I usually power down when not using the computer or I go into Standby for extended periods.
Leaving your computer on all the time causes unecessary wear and tear and possible heat damage.

Message Edited by LICHE1908 on 06-19-2004 11:21 PM

Mine goes off whenever I am not going to be using it for a while. Which means every night, and for long periods of non-use during the day.
stu

I will use my notebook untill I'm done with it or I get tired and then I'll Shutdown or Hibernate. I f I have to go somewhere and I have to leave something important running, I'll just close the lid of it. It is set to do nothing when the lid is closed. Hope that helps.

 

~John Michael

thanks for all the replies guys

But if you are worried about effects then generally leaving it on will do no harm. So long as the airflow is good (ie: vents are clear because it's on table or desk) then it should be 100% fine.
stu

"But if you are worried about effects then generally leaving it on will do no harm. So long as the airflow is good (ie: vents are clear because it's on table or desk) then it should be 100% fine.
stu " 

ok good cause when i do leave it on all vents and airflow is clear. thanks