How to End a Program on a PC

Method 1 of 2:

Linux

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Method 2 of 2:

Windows

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    Press Alt+Ctrl+Del keys simultaneously, and keep them pressed until you see a window open. This is called the Task Manager.
    1. Note: In the new OS, Windows 7, a screen comes up with a number of options. Just click on 'Start Task Manager'.
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    Select the program from the list of open tasks. Also understand that although the name of the task may be unclear, there is also a description column through which you may identify your hanging program.
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    With the unresponsive task highlighted, click on the 'End Process' button at the bottom of the window. When prompted, click 'Yes'.
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    The program is closed. Please note that unsaved changes to most programs will be lost.
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