Powering Down The Computer; Turn Off Or Shut Down Command; Hibernation Command - Toshiba 3000-S304 User Manual

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Learning the Basics

Powering down the computer

Powering down the computer
When you power down the computer, you have three options
to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down), Hibernation and
Stand by. Each option has its advantages.
TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using any of these options to power
down your computer, save your files and make sure the drive-in-
use lights are off.
If you decide to continue working, wait a few seconds before
turning the computer on again.

Turn Off or Shut down command

The Turn Off or Shut down command shuts the computer
down completely. Use the Turn Off command if you are using
the Windows
Shut down command if you are using the Windows
Professional operating system. When you start up again, the
computer runs a self-test and loads the operating system. You
must open any programs and files you want to use.
Factors when choosing Turn Off or Shut down:
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No power is used while the computer is shut down. This
is the most efficient mode if you will be away from your
computer for an extended time.
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Restarting from Turn Off or Shut down uses the most
time and battery power.
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When starting up again, the system does not
automatically open programs and files you were
previously using.

Hibernation command

The Hibernation command shuts the computer down
completely, but it first saves the current state of the computer
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XP Home version operating system. Use the
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