My computer won't turn off

[Jeani]

Recently, when I choose shut down or restart my computer -
it won't power off automatically. I have to push and
hold the poser button. It used to do it automatically -
what happened. I have never had this problem before.
Thanks

 

[Kelly]

Hi Jeani,

This edit automatically ends tasks and timeouts that prevent programs from
shutting down and clears the Paging File on Exit.

Auto End Tasks to Enable a Proper Shutdown (Line 76)
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

Shutdown.Exe - Andrej Budja (Line 52)
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm