There will come a time when you will need to turn off your computer. Maybe you are finished using it for the day and want to go to bed, or you need to shut it down to do some maintenance. Whatever the reason, here’s how to turn it off.

First, locate the power button. It is usually on the front or top of the computer. If you are using a laptop, it is usually on the side.

Next, press and hold the button for a few seconds. You will know the computer is off when the screen goes black.

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