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- Logging off requires that you have saved your work, and it:
- reduces the chance of a problem resulting from a power glitch and the like.
- ensures anyone needing to work on your computer doesn't have to guess if there is any unsaved work, especially if they must reboot it.
- allows your computer to get patches applied and reboot automatically, returning it to the log-in screen you left it at without interrupting your work when you are at work.
- Logging off also reduces the risk your desktop icons will shift if you have to remote to your computer (applicable only to a few staff who must work from home).
- You can technically remote in to your system when it is not logged off, but doing so can lead to surprises in how your desktop icons are arranged, due to different display resolutions.
Recommendation for leaving your computer for more than one night, such as a weekend or holiday
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