Restart a Windows PC

Restart a Windows PC

If you are having an issue with Windows, a program, or other computer function, please try restarting the computer using these steps:
  1. Click  /  Windows Start bottom-left button
  2. Click  Power symbol
  3. Click  Restart
     or 
This gives the PC a fresh start.
Many unique things happen at startup, so it reloads those from scratch.
Windows Updates and other computer maintenance may not occur during a "Shut down" and "turn back on".
Only a computer Restart is recommended for troubleshooting Windows issues.

Estimated average time to complete: Approximately 15 minutes.
Please do not attempt remediation for at least 30 minutes, Windows Updates and other maintenance may require 30 or more minutes to complete in some cases.

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