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shutdown:tldr:3cab8
shutdown: Abort a shutdown sequence whose timeout is yet to expire.
$ shutdown /a
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The command "shutdown /a" is used in Windows operating systems and is used to abort or cancel a shutdown command that has already been initiated.
When a shutdown command is executed, it typically initiates a countdown before the system shuts down or restarts. However, if you realize that you need to stop the shutdown process for some reason, you can use the "shutdown /a" command to abort it.
Here's a breakdown of the command:
- "shutdown" is the main command that is used to perform shutdown-related operations.
- "/a" is an argument or switch that stands for "abort." It instructs the shutdown command to cancel the shutdown or restart process.
By executing "shutdown /a" in the command prompt, PowerShell, or the Run dialog box (Windows key + R), the system will cancel the currently running shutdown process if there is one.
This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and
never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.