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Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System
Lesson 15: Turning off your computer
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Using the Windows
®
XP tour
Whether you are new to computers or you have some
experience, the Windows
®
XP tour is a good way to learn
about the operating system’s features.
To start the tour:
1
Click
Start
, then click
Tour Windows
XP
The Windows
®
XP Tour window appears.
2
Follow the instructions.
Sample Windows
®
XP Tour window
Lesson 15: Turning off your computer
It is very important that you let the operating system turn off
your computer. As it shuts down, the operating system
performs a number of tasks that ensure that everything is in
place the next time you turn on the computer. This lesson
teaches you how to turn off your computer.
To turn off the computer see,
or
“Using Turn Off or Shut down” on page 110
.