How Do I Shut Down Ubuntu Desktop?
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There are two ways to shutdown Ubuntu Linux. Go to the upper right corner and click the drop down menu. You’ll see the shutdown button here. You can also use the command ‘shutdown now’.

How do I shutdown a Ubuntu computer?

Go to the upper right corner and use the gear menu to select Shut Down. You can also momentarily press the power button, and a pop up dialog will appear with buttons for suspend, hibernate, restart and shutdown.

What is the shortcut key for shutdown in Ubuntu?

You have a fully functioning keyboard shortcut to shutdown Linux just like Windows. Press Ctrl+Alt+K and your system is off.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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