100 Learning the Basics
Powering down the computer
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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.
Using Turn Off or Shut Down
The Turn Off or Shut down commands power off the
computer. The Windows® XP Home operating system uses
the Turn Off command. The Windows® XP Professional
operating system uses the Turn Off command if you are not
connected to a Windows® domain server. The Windows® XP
Professional operating system uses the Shut down command
if you are a member of a domain.
Factors to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down:
❖No power is used while the computer is turned off. This
is the most efficient mode if you will be away from your
computer for an extended time.
❖Restarting from Turn Off or Shut down uses the most
time and battery power.
When starting up again, the system does not automatically
open the programs and files you were previously using.
For the Windows XP Home operating system or for the
Window XP Professional operating system when not
connected to a domain server:
1Click Start, select Turn off computer.
The Turn off computer dialog box appears.