Battery issues::its dead::only using power cord

i'm ok with only using the power cord. i can't afford a new battery right now. if i put it to sleep and then unplug the computer, is this ok? or should i shut it down? if i want to move my computer around my house (using wifi) what should i do everytime? thanks
iBook G4 2004   Mac OS X (10.4.10)  

matarazzo, Welcome to the discussion area!
You should shut it down to guarantee no data loss.

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