Auto Shut Down

While it is possible to create a shutdown timer without the use of additional software, novices are not likely to be familiar with the process, which is why an intuitive utility can come in handy.

Auto Shut Down is a lightweight program designed for this very purpose. It enables you to turn off your PC after a specified amount of time has passed, and it can be configured very easily.

The application could hardly be simpler to configure, so inexperienced users should find it to be very accessible. Essentially, you only need to specify how much longer your PC should be left running, and then launch the timer.

Once it has been started, the timer can be paused at any time, and you can also cancel it altogether. When it reaches zero, a notification is displayed, at which point you have 30 more seconds to abort the operation.

Auto Shut Down does its job well, as long as you do not need to perform other operations, such as restart your PC, put it in standby mode or log off. While, admittedly, most users are not likely to need these functions, they might still have proven to be helpful in certain situations.

Also, it is no possible to have the application turn off your computer at a specific time, a feature that would have allowed you to create a daily shutdown schedule.

The utility cannot be sent to the system tray, so it may get in your way while performing other tasks.

In conclusion, Auto Shut Down is a handy tool that makes it possible to turn off your computer even when you are not at your desk. It is very novice-friendly, but it offers a limited array of features.