Shutting down the PC may be advantageous for further reducing battery consumption on laptops and energy draw that can happen during sleep, especially for longer breaks from using the device. Sleep, on the other hand, may be preferable on devices that have built in tools for reducing energy consumption, especially when a battery is involved. The decision to put a computer to sleep or shut it down may also depend on the platform youre using. All major operating systems have sleep and shutdown...
