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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: Shut down, Standby, and Hibernation.

TECHNICAL NOTES: Before using any of these methods 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 Shut down

The Shut down command shuts the computer down completely. 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 Shut down:

❖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.

❖Restarting from Shut Down uses the most time and battery power.

❖When starting up again, the system does not automatically open programs and files you were previously using.

To power down the computer using the Shut down command, click Start, Shut Down, select Shut down, then click OK.