102 Learning the Basics
Powering down the computer
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❖When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode
in which you left it, including all open programs and files
you were using.
If you power down using the Standby command and the main
battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost.
Be sure to save your work first.
To power down the computer using the Standby command,
click Start, Turn off computer, and then Stand By.
Sample Turn off computer Windows® dialog box
If you hold down the Shift key, Standby becomes Hibernate in
the Turn off computer dialog box. To enter hibernation mode,
you must hold down the Shift key while you select Hibernate.
The computer saves the status of all open programs and files,
turns off the display, and goes into a low-power mode. The
on/off light blinks amber indicating the machine is in Standby
mode.
Going into Standby mode more quickly
You can put the computer into Standby mode by either
pressing the power button or closing the display panel. You
can also specify an amount of time after which the computer
automatically goes into Standby mode.
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