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Old 24-01-2012, 08:17 PM
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Modern laptop batteries are lithium ion and don't suffer from memory effect. Nicad batteries do, and to a lesser extent, NiMH batteries.

If you are using the laptop for long periods on the mains, it's better to remove the battery as not all charging circuits are that intelligent which can lead to shortened battery life.

My son always used his laptop with the mains lead plugged in, and eventually the battery wouldnt hold any charge at all.
I dont know what kind of battery was in it, but the laptop is only about two years old, so its surely likely to be a modern one?
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