How often to put computer to sleep?

Dumb question maybe but is it good or not to put the computer in sleep mode when away? I tend to do that all the time, assuming it's always good to stop those hard drives from unnecessarily running, etc. Then again maybe starting them up and stopping them this frequently is worse? I'd say I put the computer into sleep mode five or six times a day then during the night.
Thanks.
John

Hard drives are usually rated for at least 25,000 start/stop cycles, so sleeping 5 or 6 times a day should not be a problem.

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Hi, first things first...I've the proud owner of a
brand new MacBook...I love it! It's my third mac...so
I'm really excited. Anyways, I generally stay signed
on iChat 24/7 and also like to be downloading things
while I'm away...However, when I shut my lid...it
puts the computer to sleep. Is there any way to set
it up so that when I shut the lid, the computer will
still stay on so it can continue to be doing things?
Thanks
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I suggest changing the power settings: Start / Control Panel / Power Options. In the left column there are different categories for making the computer Sleep. Check the settings to assure they are to your liking. You can change any of the settings to "Never" if you choose to do so.
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