In Windows 8, is there a difference between:
Shutting down my computer (inside W8) and then instantly turn it back on again
vs.
Restarting it from inside Windows 8
Edit: Talking about normal Windows 8 desktop (not RT).
Edit2: Reason for asking is that shutting down and turning on my computer did not fix something where I needed a reboot, but a Restart did. I've heard that when shutting down the kernel is hibernated, but not when doing a restart.
What are the implications of doing one instead of another. When do I need to do one instead of the other?
Best Answer
Straight from Microsoft Blog:
And this point is worth mentioning regarding your Edit2 where shutdown+trunOn didn't fix your problem, but Restart did:
More extended info, visit: Delivering fast boot times in Windows 8