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Wed, 15 Apr 1998 23:27:26 -0400
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Re: Computer always on? (Deja Vu)
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: PCBUILD - PC Hardware discussion List
> [mailto:[log in to unmask]]On Behalf Of Dean Kukral

<big snip>
>
> But, the real, clear danger from leaving a computer on all the time
> still remains the increased exposure to power line surges, and
> we have heard people give anecdotal evidence to that danger
> in this list just a few months ago.
>

There is merit to what you say.  But there is also merit to what
the other camp says too.  Personally, I turn my machine on at the
beginning of the day and shut it down in the late evening.

I have an APC brand UPS, it cost me under $100 and has a lifetime
equipment replacement guarantee.... cheap insurance in my book.

All I have to do is remember to stick a tape in to archive my data.

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