Similar to previous Windows versions, it also comes with a lock feature that will let you lock your computer without signing out of your account and ending your session. When you return you can resume from where you left off, and keep your computer secured while you were away with no access to your content and data. Also, when you’re a student and new user and you want to learn how to use Windows, the easiest place to start is Windows 11. Windows 11 is a major release of the Windows NT operating system developed by Microsoft. Windows 11 is the successor to Windows 10 and it’s expected to be released later this year. When you’re ready to learn how to quickly and easily lock your computer, follow the steps below:
Use Keyboard Shortcuts
The quickest way to lock your Windows machine is by using the Windows + L keys shortcut. Will uses the keyboard to lock your sessions without losing your work. The Windows key on your keyboard is the one with the Microsoft logo left of your spacebar. Simply press that key and L and lock up your computer while you’re logged in.
Lock from the Start menu
Another way one can lock Windows 11 machine is via its Start menu. Click Start, then click on your account and select Lock as shown in the image below:
Lock from Task Manager
If you want to get a bit fancy, you can lock your computer from Windows Task Manager. To do that, follow the steps below: Press Ctrl + Alt + Delete keys on your keyboard while you’re logged into your computer. Then select Task Manager as shown below: Click More details at the bottom left to show more tasks. Then on the User tab and select your account and click on the Disconnect button.
Lock from Ctrl + Alt + Delete
Finally, you can lock your screen simply by pressing Ctrl + Alt + Delete keys to bring up that window, then select Lock as shown in the image below: There might be many other ways to lock Windows 11, but the few steps above should get you started. If you discover other ways to lock Windows, please share your tips in the comments form below. Conclusion: This post showed you how to quickly and easily lock a Windows computer when you’re leaving your computer unattended. If you find any error above, please use the form below to report.
