The Windows Modern Standby Conundrum: When Sleep Isn't Really Sleep
Have you ever put your laptop to “sleep” only to find it wide awake later? You’re not alone. Modern Windows machines have a feature called Modern Standby that has changed the game - and not always for the better. The Unexpected Wake-Up Call Recently, I experienced a rude awakening: my Windows 11 laptop’s fans were running at FULL SEND despite the lid being closed. This wasn’t an isolated incident. Previously, I’ve placed a fully charged laptop in my bag, only to retrieve it later, hot to the touch and with a depleted battery....
