Why Does My Computer Keep Turning On When I'm Not Home?
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CuriousTechie99
I'm having a strange issue with my computer turning on at night and during the day while I'm at school. It seems to happen every single day! Previously, my computer only turned on when I chose to do so, but now it seems to have a mind of its own. Could this be related to a virus? I've checked the control panel, and the wake-up mode is disabled. By the way, I'm using Windows 11 PRO.
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It sounds like you might have a setting enabled that's causing your PC to wake up automatically. Sometimes, if your BIOS settings or power settings are misconfigured, it can lead to these issues. Check under the power options in the control panel and ensure the settings are correctly configured. Also, running a virus scan wouldn’t hurt just to be safe!
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If you suspect a miner, it's best to do a thorough malware scan using trusted antivirus software. If you find any suspicious programs, you can usually remove them through your control panel or task manager. Let me know if you need help with the steps!
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This could potentially be something like a crypto miner that got installed on your system. If it's not a straightforward software issue and persists even after a restart, it might be worth checking your task manager for any suspicious processes. And remember, unplug the power cable if you're worried about it while you're not using it!
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