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Vigneshwaran Vijayakumar for Winsides

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Enable Auto Shutdown Schedule in Windows 11!

Here are the key points from the page on scheduling an auto shutdown in Windows 11 using Task Scheduler:

Importance of Auto Shutdown:

  • Saves electricity and reduces energy costs.
  • Enhances security by preventing unauthorized access.

Helps manage computer usage time.

Setup Steps:

  1. Open Task Scheduler (taskschd.msc).
  2. Create a Basic Task named "Auto Shutdown."
  3. Set the trigger (e.g., daily at a specific time).
  4. Choose "Start a Program" action with C:\Windows\System32\shutdown.exe and arguments /s /f /t 0.
  5. Finish and test the task.

Benefits:

  • Reduces energy consumption and carbon footprint.
  • Ensures systems shut down after updates or maintenance.

Find more information @ Winsides - Schedule Auto Shutdown

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