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Re: Shutdown my Laptop? Why should I?



Carl Fink <carl@finknetwork.com>

On Wed, Jul 12, 2006 at 01:07:48PM -0700, Sean Perry wrote:


That said, most laptop batteries degrade performance significantly if left plugged into the mains 24/7. So only plug in for refills.


Really? Most batteries lose life if repeatedly discharged and recharged.

He's remembering advice for the old NiCad type batteries.  Unless
you're using a laptop that's over five years old, his advice is
in fact not appropriate.


Chris Mattern



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