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Learning the Basics
Powering down the computer
Using the Turn off computer command
Follow these steps to shut down the computer:
1
Click Start, Turn off computer.
The Turn off computer dialog box appears.
Sample Turn off computer dialog box
2
Click Turn off.
The computer shuts down completely.
Shutting down more quickly
You can also turn off the computer by pressing the power
button or closing the display panel.
To use either of these methods, you first need to turn on the
feature in Control Panel.
1
Click Start, Control Panel.
2
Double-click the Power Options icon.
TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using any of these options to power
down your computer, save your files and make sure the disk
activity lights are off.
If you change your mind and decide to continue working after
all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again.
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