As we all know, restarting our s is sometimes necessary. It can be for system updates, to clear unwanted memory, or to fix various issues. But what if you don’t have access to a power button or mouse? Fortunately, you can conveniently restart your computer using only your !

In this article, we will show you how to restart your PC from the keyboard using different methods on both Windows and Mac operating systems.

Windows OS:

Method 1: Using the Ctrl + Alt + Del combination

The most common technique to restart a Windows computer through the keyboard is by using the Ctrl + Alt + Del keys combination. Here’s the step-by-step guide to it:

1. To begin, hold down the Ctrl + Alt + Delete keys simultaneously.

2. Once you’re directed to the security options page, select the “Power” button found in the lower right-hand corner of the screen.

3. Lastly, choose “Restart” from the list of options that appear on the screen.

Method 2: Using the Windows key + Ctrl + Shift + B combination

If, for some reason, the computer freezes or the screen goes black, then you can restart using the Windows key + Ctrl + Shift + B combination. This method uses the graphics driver that resides in the kernel of the operating system. To use this method, follow the steps below.

1. Press the Windows key + Ctrl + Shift + B together on your keyboard.

2. Wait for a brief moment while the display screen goes blank.

3. Wait for a few seconds until the computer restarts.

Method 3: Using the command prompt

Using the command prompt is another method to restart your PC through the keyboard. This process involves utilizing the “shutdown” command. Follow the steps below:

1. Press the Windows key + R to launch the “Run” command box.

2. Type “cmd” and click “OK” to open the command window.

3. On the command window, type “shutdown /r /t 0” and press “Enter” to restart the computer.

The “shutdown /r /t 0” command will initiate an immediate reboot of the system with a zero-second delay.

Mac OS:

Method 1: Using the Command + Control + Power button combination.

In Macbooks, the easiest way to restart your PC via the keyboard is by using the Command + Control + Power button combination. Follow the steps below:

1. To start, hold down the Command + Control keys first.

2. Simultaneously, press the Power button.

3. Lastly, let go of all three buttons when you see the Mac’s screen fade to black and restart.

Method 2: Using the Terminal program

Mac users have access to the Terminal program, which is equivalent to Command Prompt in Windows. To restart the computer using Terminal, follow these steps:

1. Open the Terminal program. You can find it in the “Utilities” folder on your Mac’s launchpad or use the search bar by pressing Command + Space and “Terminal.”

2. Type in “sudo shutdown -r now” and press the “Enter” button.

3. You may also be asked to provide your password if your account doesn’t have the necessary permissions to execute the command.

4. The Mac’s screen should fade to black and restart instantly.

In conclusion, restarting your PC using the keyboard is a quick and easy process. You can use any of the methods above depending on the operating system you’re using. Moreover, it’s always important to save all your work before restarting the computer to prevent any loss of unsaved data.

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