Windows 11's Hibernation Mode Can Silently Shorten Your Computer's Lifespan

A recent report by XDA has shed light on a potentially damaging feature in Windows 11: hibernation mode. When a computer is put into hibernation, the contents of its RAM are saved to the hard drive or solid-state drive (SSD), unlike the standard sleep mode which reloads data into RAM. This difference is significant because SSDs have a limited number of write and erase cycles, making them more susceptible to wear and tear. Each time a computer is put into hibernation, it can cause the SSD to degrade slightly, a process that can add up over time.

According to Chandravir Matur, a specialist at XDA, if a computer is put into hibernation twice a day, Windows 11 can write and delete around 23. 36 terabytes of data per year. While this may not seem like a lot, it can significantly shorten the lifespan of an SSD, especially when combined with other factors like temporary files and user data. Furthermore, hibernation mode can also cause the SLC cache to become overloaded, leading to overheating of the SSD controller.

This raises important questions about how we use our computers and store our data, with some experts recommending that large amounts of information be stored on traditional hard drives rather than SSDs, which are better suited for running operating systems, programs, and games.

Source: Lenta.RU