Does watching a movie slow down folding

[xVip3r]

I know surfing the web and playing games slow down the folding process but what about watching a movie? And is it recommended to leave your computer on 24/7 or will it shorten your computers life?

[Wolframium]

Well, I'll address those in order. Yes, playing a movie requires decoding it, which takes CPU power, so yes, it will slow down folding. It might not be much if you have a good computer, but if you have an older one, it may be more significant. In general, leaving your computer on 24/7 isn't a problem as long as it has adequate cooling.

[smash619]

oh, you have 200 posts, gratz

but yeah, doing almost anything on your computer takes up proccesing power, which slows down F@H... yeah.

[named444]

inb4everyonesayswhatnikcsaid

[Twilight 10]

I know surfing the web and playing games slow down the folding process but what about watching a movie? And is it recommended to leave your computer on 24/7 or will it shorten your computers life?

Yes, it will shorten your computer's life. Computers generally live around to 10 years, so give it plenty of food and water.
Oh, and congratz with the 200 posts.

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[xVip3r]

lmao thanks guys I didnt even notice and thanks for the help nic

[~Twisted]

Might as well add on that anything you do on your PC will take some CPU even if it's a very small notepad document.