Here are the top 5 reasons to restart your computer regularly:

1. To clear RAM and other resources that affect performance

As you use the computer, various programs and processes will start using RAM. Restarting clears these resources that help your computer run faster.

2. To solve problems with connected equipment

A restart can also solve problems with peripheral equipment such as docking stations, screens, chargers, etc. by getting coherence between the built-in systems to find each other again.

3. To enable updates and security fixes

Over time, your computer will collect updates and security patches, both from the operating system and from your programs. Rebooting ensures that these updates are activated correctly.

4. To prevent loss of unsaved data

If your computer is always on, you risk losing unsaved data if the computer crashes. By restarting your computer regularly, you can prevent this from happening because you are asked to save your work before a restart is performed.

5. To fix program errors and other problems

Sometimes your computer may start behaving strangely for no apparent reason. All programs contain errors and sometimes a restart is just the only way to move forward.

It is of course crucial to understand the difference ml. recurring errors and sporadic errors, so that a reboot is never an excuse to understand the actual error.

A restart is therefore like a good power nap when you are tired - it is a kind of restart of the mind! Afterwards, we feel better and have more energy to solve everyday tasks. 😴

At Supporters, our maintenance routine reminds the employee to restart their computer once a week. 🙂