yeah they can. and removing the battery and rebooting is the only option.
though i've only ever had it happen in process of shutting down, so i haven't lost any work. fingers crossed. i usually then make backups and scan for viruses. not exactly the right sequence to do that in, I suppose, but on the principle of 'that was a close one, i should make sure it wouldn't be catastrophic if it happened and didn't wake up again"
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Date: 2009-06-01 05:18 pm (UTC)though i've only ever had it happen in process of shutting down, so i haven't lost any work. fingers crossed. i usually then make backups and scan for viruses. not exactly the right sequence to do that in, I suppose, but on the principle of 'that was a close one, i should make sure it wouldn't be catastrophic if it happened and didn't wake up again"