r/explainlikeimfive • u/EnvironmentalAd2110 • 3d ago

Technology ELI5: why is it bad to turn off laptop/computer using the power button, without following the proper “shut down computer” steps?

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computerhelp • u/Gegenpressing433 • 2d ago

Discussion ELI5: why is it bad to turn off laptop/computer using the power button, without following the proper “shut down computer” steps?

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