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About the EasyLI Done!™ Series Tutorials

All EasyLI Done!™ Series Tutorials are designed to accomplish specific tasks on a step-by-step basis!
From connecting two computers together to share files using a crossover cable to setting up a secured wireless network connection, these online tutorials are extremely easy to follow. Although all tutorials were put together with the novice user (beginner) in mind, advanced users will find a few tricks to put to use also, such as 'How to Force Windows to Shutdown' when it just won't shutdown normally.
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Did you know? Corrupted drivers are the main cause of Windows® not shutting down or restarting properly. A malfunctioning anti-virus program is another cause.

When the Turn off or Restart feature stops working properly, simultaneously press and release the'Ctrl+Alt+Del' keys to display the 'Windows Task Manager'. Click the 'Applications' tab to see if a program is not responding. If this is the case, click on the program and then click 'End Task' at the bottom of the window. Repeat these steps for any other programs listed as not responding.

If Windows® is still unable to shut down properly after ending the tasks, your next step would be to force Windows® to shutdown.

If pressing 'Ctrl+Alt+Del' does not display the 'Windows Task Manager', your last choice would be to hold the power button in for about 7 seconds. This would force the computer to turn off improperly.

Follow the steps below to force Windows® to shutdown.

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How to Force Windows® to Shutdown

This should only be done as a last resort! You WILL NOT be able to save any open documents!

Connect your computers together to backup or share your files between them, using a crossover cable.
If you have a router, connect all your computers to the router and share internet connections, as well as file sharing!
It's easy, it's fast, and best of all, it's now free!

Here's how to force Windows® to shutdown:

Step 1: Press and release 'Ctrl+Alt+Del' (all three keys at the same time) to show the 'Windows Task Manager'.

 
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Connect your computers together to backup or share your files between them, using a crossover cable.
If you have a router, connect all your computers to the router and share internet connections, as well as file sharing!
It's easy, it's fast, and best of all, it's now free!
 
 
 
 
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