Re: Powerbook Question

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From: Adam Elman
Date: Fri, 16 Oct 1992 18:17

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hwang@Xenon.Stanford.EDU (John S. Hwang) writes:

>Does anyone have a good reason why a Powerbook can't be left on all
>the time like most Macs can be??  It is recommended that you only put
>your Powerbook to "sleep" if you are taking a break for a "couple" of
>hours.  Else you should Shut-Down.  Why??  Any input would be
>appreciated.  Please email me your response.  Thanks!!

Because otherwise you'll run down the battery.

Adam Elman
aelman@cs.stanford.edu

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