There are many computer shutdown timer programs. The timer in automatic mode will turn off the computer for you at the appointed time. You just need to set a timer to turn off the computer and give a command to the program. However, questions arise that are related to the installation and configuration of such a program. To correctly perform this operation, you need to adhere to a certain algorithm.
Necessary
PC, SC offtimer program
Instructions
Step 1
The SC offtimer program will help in automatic shutdown of the computer. First of all, download this program on the Internet. The program does not have an official website at the moment, and it is distributed completely free of charge. Therefore, it will be possible to find it without any problems. The program is designed only for the Windows operating system. It won't work on a system like Linux.
Step 2
Run the program. It doesn't require installation. Just unpack the archive to any directory and double click on the executable file of the program. A small menu will appear in front of you, in which the automatic shutdown parameters will be configured. The current time is displayed in the upper left corner. You will also see the "Turn off the computer at" column. Set the time at which the computer should automatically shutdown. The parameter setting is available with an accuracy of hours and minutes.
Step 3
Click on the "Enable Timer" tab. The program will be launched, and after the expiration of the time, it will automatically turn off the computer. To prevent the program from interfering with your work, click on the "Minimize" tab. The program icon will be displayed in the system tray. When you hover the mouse cursor over this icon, the time remaining until the computer automatically shuts down will be displayed.
Step 4
If during the automatic shutdown you run any applications, the program will forcibly close everything, and the information will not be saved. In this case, various system errors may occur, which can subsequently disrupt the entire operation of the operating system. Therefore, try to set an automatic shutdown in the program when all programs are closed and the information is saved.
Step 5
It is also worth noting that SC offtimer displays a countdown window 5 seconds before shutdown. During this period of time, it is possible to prevent the shutdown of the computer. You will no longer have any difficulties with the automatic shutdown of your computer, since this program can be configured for one day, or for the whole week.
