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Inside Windows Vista February CTP Camera icon

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Published: 23 Feb 2006 10:45 GMT

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Next to the Instant Off button is a padlock that allows you to instantly lock your PC, which could be useful when you need to leave your desk suddenly. Click the arrow, and you can quickly choose to switch user, log off, shut down or restart.

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