How to Restart a Laptop
Computers can be frustrating machines, especially for the beginner who is attempting to become familiar with the technology. The good news is, the creators of your laptop have probably already thought of an answer to all of your struggles; it is simply a matter of learning them. Practice operating your computer's basic functions regularly and soon the procedure will be like riding a bicycle.
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Instructions
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Apple Macs
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Locate the Apple icon in the upper left-hand corner of the computer. This icon will be in the same location no matter what application is open.
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Click on the apple until a drop-down menu appears.
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Click on the "Restart" option at the bottom of the drop-down menu. Press "Yes" when the computer prompts you with the question "Are you sure you want to restart your computer now?" If your computer is frozen and this does not work after several attempts, press and hold the power button. When the laptop shuts off, turn it back on.
Microsoft PCs
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Click on the "Start" button at the bottom left-hand corner of the screen.
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Click on the "Shut Down" option.
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Check the circle next to "Restart" and press "OK." If this does not work---or your computer is frozen---hold the "Ctrl," "Alt" and "Delete" buttons at the same time. Click on the "End Processes" button, and then click on "Yes." If the computer still does not restart, hold down the power button. Once the computer turns off, press the power button to turn it back on.
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Tips & Warnings
Never open more windows or applications than you need at any one time. Even new laptop computers can become overwhelmed by an excess of activity, causing them to freeze.
When you restart your laptop, all unsaved changes will be lost. Often times, when your computer is frozen this is unavoidable. If at all possible, however, save your changes before restarting or turning off your computer.
References
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