What is processor cycling and how do I turn it off?
All PowerBook models implement a feature called processor cycling intended to save battery life. This feature activates when the computer detects that the keyboard, mouse, track ball or Trackpad has not been used for more than a few seconds. At this time, the processor speed is reduced and all processing functions become extremely slow. Processor cycling will not activate while the computer is doing any sort of data transfer.Processor cycling also reduces the overall average power the CPU dissipates and helps keep the average CPU temperature lower. It is recommended to keep the processor cycling option enabled unless the user finds specific applications that are affected by this cycling in which the interruptions are intolerable. Note that processor cycling is on by default, and although it is intended to for battery life conservation, it will also activate while running off AC power.
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