Monitoring the Monitor

July 24, 2006

Years ago, I had heard that turning your computer on and off used more energy than just leaving it on, and it also wore out the computer faster. Did you hear that, too? It turns out that’s outdated information. There’s a great article on the Microsoft web site that sets the record straight and explains how to change your settings to maximize your energy savings.

If you run a newer version of Windows on your computer, you don’t even have to remember to turn your computer on and off. Just go to “Control Panel” and click on the “Display” option. Then go to the “Screensaver” tab and there should be an EnergyStar icon at the bottom of the page where you can choose your settings. You can choose from energy-saving options like “System Standby” or “Hibernate.”  I changed my settings this morning and there is no inconvenience at all…just energy and money savings!

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