Sleep mode is convenient, but it isn't the same as shutting down. We break down the difference and why it can affect ...

After Windows 11 January 2026 update, we're seeing reports of other issues, including a sleep problem (S3), and more.

Microsoft might have fixed that bug with shutdowns, but its latest Windows 11 update means sleep mode now locks up some PCs.

No rest for the wicked.

I'm sure you've heard that shutting down your computer too frequently could negatively affect its software and limit its lifespan. Or that leaving your computer on all the time also hurts its battery ...

Windows 11 separates screen timeout (when the display dims) from full sleep mode. Adjusting these gives you precise control ...

If you find that your Windows 11 PC keeps entering sleep mode too quickly and disrupts your workflow, you may want to disable the sleep feature. Disabling sleep mode in Windows 11 is a simple process, ...

If your Wi-Fi network adapter isn't waking up or goes missing after waking up from Sleep in Windows 11/10, follow the ...

I have a Windows 7 Ultimate computer. I remember that from the beginning days, if I cut power off after I use Sleep (Stand by) mode, Windows can still resume (it seems use file on hard drive like ...

The following fixes will help you resolve the problem if your Windows 11/10 computer restarts after Sleep or whenever you try to put it to Sleep. Check if Hybrid Sleep is activated on your computer.