Making Your Computer Last as Long as Possible January 22, 2014 By Editor Your PC is a valuable tool and you have invested a lot of money in getting the best one you can afford. You want to make sure this valuable tool lasts as long as possible. It is important to know how to make sure your computer lasts as long as possible and with the following tips you will. Tip #1 – Set a Sleep Timer One of the biggest drains on computer longevity is long periods of inactivity. If you leave your computer and forget to come back and put it in sleep mode setting the sleep timer will suspend activities and reduce the wear on your computer. Tip # 2 – Do not turn the computer on and off There is no need to shut off your computer every time you are done using it. Power cycling can actually drain computer life. Instead of shutting off the computer just put it in sleep mode. This suspends activity and will mean the computer is ready to go when you sit down again. Part 2 coming soon Share this:FacebookTwitterLinkedInGoogle