If you’ve ever called your IT support and been told, “Have you tried restarting it?” you’re not alone. Your IT provider isn’t just saying this to buy time. Restarting your computer really does fix a surprising number of common tech issues, and here’s why.
Over time, with consistent usage, your computer keeps more and more programs and tasks running in the background. This uses up memory and resources, which can lead to slow performance or other minor glitches. A restart wipes the slate clean, freeing up memory that may have been slowing things down.
Operating systems like Windows and macOS can’t fully update while your computer is running, so a restart is needed to finish. A restart allows the computer to fully install system updates and security updates. Skipping restarts when an update is needed can leave your computer running on outdated software, which can cause performance issues and security risks.
If your internet connection is acting flaky, a restart can reset your computer’s connection to the network. This can fix slow speeds, failed connections, or other issues such as accessing shared files or printers.
Running your computer for days (or even weeks) without restarting can compound minor issues. Regular restarts help keep your system stable and reduce the chance of crashes.
Restarting your system isn’t a magic trick, but it is one of the easiest and most effective ways to keep your computer running smoothy. Restarting your work computer at least once a week, or even daily, prevents small issues from piling up.
And if a restart doesn’t solve the problem? That’s where we come in. As a local Vermont-based IT provider, we help other small Vermont businesses keep their technology simple, secure, and running smoothly.
