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Faster shutdowns from the keyboard

Is there a quick, easy way to shut down Windows with a few simple keystrokes?

Yes. You can put Windows 98 into Standby mode with just two keystrokes. Simply open the Start menu with the Windows key or Ctrl, Esc, then press N, and everything powers down. Or at least it should. Some programs and documents disable this function when they are added to the Start menu. However, it is still possible to put Windows 98 into standby quickly: press Ctrl, Esc (or Windows), then U (or UU, Enter) to open the Shut Down dialog box, and finally T, Enter. See also tips Faster shutdowns from the desktop and Faster shutdowns from the keyboard.
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