Puzzled by Power. Dear PbP, We're not sure how it all started, but the idea that it's harmful to shut your computer down every night is a myth. Unless you shut it down incorrectly (e.g. ripping out the power cable and laughing maniacally), there's really nothing to worry about. In fact, shutting down your computer every night offers a few advantages. First and foremost, it won't draw as much power when off. Additionally, you don't have to remember to turn off the sound each night so it doesn't wake you up with an unexpected alert.
Freedom of Information Act. The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is the national law regarding the release of government agency public records. While using FOIA, you can: 1  Request any type of public record report from the agency.  Determine the form you want the information in.
Yes, in most cases Public Records are available to the public. Some documents, such as certain court records, confidential personal information, and other sensitive information may be kept sealed or is only available with a court order. In certain states, there is a waiting period to obtain Public Records that reveal private information. Which government agencies provide Public Records? A number of government agencies maintain Public Records and make them available to the public. At the local level, many Public Records are held by County Clerk's Offices or Vital Records Offices. State Departments of Revenue or Departments of Health keep Public Records. At the federal level, the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is one agency that has Public Records.