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Open Security Screen

Opens the Windows security screen with options to lock the desktop, switch user, sign out, change a password, or open Task Manager.

Ctrl + Alt + Del

When to use it

When you need to quickly lock your PC, switch users, sign out, or access Task Manager from a secure screen.

Pro tip

Press Ctrl+Alt+Del twice quickly to open Task Manager directly in some Windows versions.

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