Basics of owning a PC: shutting down the computer

Undoubtedly, anyone who at least remotely owns a PC knows that turning the computer on and off refers to functions that are familiar even to children. But few people even think that it can be turned off by other, more convenient and sometimes more functionally acceptable methods, which will be discussed in this article.

Supporting programs

Turning off the computer, in spite of a common opinion, can be performed not only by clicking on the notorious button in the Start panel. There are many programs that include a variety of functions to control the operating system. What is it for? For example, your child often spends a lot of time on a PC, and you want to limit this time. To do this, you just need to install the appropriate program and configure it to automatically turn off the computer at a specified time. As a result, you will be able to strengthen parental control and calmly engage in their own affairs.

Another thing is that also in many audio, video and other players, turning off the computer is used as a function of protecting against excessive and useless use of system resources. These programs include WinAmp, Aimp and other playback soundtracks of the program. For example, if you like to fall asleep to a music or an audiobook, then it is enough to put in the appropriate menu "turning off the computer" for certain parameters: the end of a music track, playlist or set a certain time. This is quite convenient for those who do not like to look at the clock again, or simply prefer automatic maintenance.

Other ways

The least popular, but at the same time very convenient is the use of the command line. If you have problems with the operating system and the button does not work in the Start menu, but at the same time you do not want to risk the device by disconnecting the PC from the network, shutting down the computer from the command line will be a real salvation for you. In order to do this, you need to perform the following simple manipulations:

1) Enter the command prompt and type the following: shutdown -s -t 0

With this command, you immediately shut down your PC without using any other helpdesk services.

2) To reboot the computer, you can use the following command: shutdown -r -t 0

Common Problems

One of the relatively popular problems associated with PCs is the spontaneous shutdown of the computer. First of all, it is a signal of danger, and such moments should be avoided. The similar problem can speak about the following: shutdown of the computer is made because of excessive (above 75-80 degrees) overheating of the central microprocessor or because of problems associated with the operating system. In order to understand what exactly happened, the next time you start the PC, start the task manager and view the CPU temperature in the corresponding box. If it is close to critical, then it's time to call a master who will lubricate the joint between the motherboard and the CPU with a special thermal paste.