SHDN! is a shutdown utility for MS-Windows that allows for comfortable, professional, and secure computer shutdown. It is compatible with Windows 95, 98, ME, NT4, 2000 and XP and offers a variety of advanced features.
If you're in need of a shutdown utility, look no further than ShutDown NOW! (also known as SHDN!). This software has been a respected player in the shutdown game since 1997, and it's proven itself to be reliable with old Windows operating systems like 95, 98, ME, and NT4, as well as modern versions such as 2000 and XP.
One of SHDN!'s greatest strengths is its variety of features. It can smoothly and securely shut down your computer while utilizing all the capabilities of your operating system. But that's just the beginning. SHDN! also offers over five different timer/countdown options, allowing you to schedule up to 1,000 events.
To keep your system secure, SHDN! includes password protection options with many different settings to secure not just SHDN! but also access to certain Windows features like REGEDIT, TaskManager, and more. On top of that, this software can load, eject, and monitor all sorts of removable devices, whether a medium is inserted or not. And it's all done through a multithreaded process, prior to system shutdown or anytime you're working in Windows.
But that's not all. SHDN! also has a few handy keyboard-related features like the ability to empty pre-defined directories, start applications, and even bypass user-logged on messages (for Windows ME users). And if you need a little warning before a shutdown is initiated, SHDN! can do that too. Plus, it offers a raft of command line options, including a simple remote shutdown function.
To make sure everything is working efficiently, SHDN! can even initialize sleeping hard drives before the system is shut down. Beyond that, the software includes a "Playground" window that can serve as a customized toolbar. It's easy to hide behind the borders of your screen, and it includes quick access buttons for all shutdown options, the timer-event list, and an overview of essential settings. And just to cover all the bases, SHDN! includes a built-in log feature that logs all Windows starts and shutdowns.
Finally, for those in unfortunate emergency situations, SHDN! also plays nicely with "Motherboard Monitor," another great freeware tool by Alex van Kaam. This tool is designed to monitor heat, fan speed, and voltage and will automatically turn off your PC during times of crisis. Overall, SHDN! is a feature-rich and dependable shutdown utility that has kept users happy for over two decades.
One of SHDN!'s greatest strengths is its variety of features. It can smoothly and securely shut down your computer while utilizing all the capabilities of your operating system. But that's just the beginning. SHDN! also offers over five different timer/countdown options, allowing you to schedule up to 1,000 events.
To keep your system secure, SHDN! includes password protection options with many different settings to secure not just SHDN! but also access to certain Windows features like REGEDIT, TaskManager, and more. On top of that, this software can load, eject, and monitor all sorts of removable devices, whether a medium is inserted or not. And it's all done through a multithreaded process, prior to system shutdown or anytime you're working in Windows.
But that's not all. SHDN! also has a few handy keyboard-related features like the ability to empty pre-defined directories, start applications, and even bypass user-logged on messages (for Windows ME users). And if you need a little warning before a shutdown is initiated, SHDN! can do that too. Plus, it offers a raft of command line options, including a simple remote shutdown function.
To make sure everything is working efficiently, SHDN! can even initialize sleeping hard drives before the system is shut down. Beyond that, the software includes a "Playground" window that can serve as a customized toolbar. It's easy to hide behind the borders of your screen, and it includes quick access buttons for all shutdown options, the timer-event list, and an overview of essential settings. And just to cover all the bases, SHDN! includes a built-in log feature that logs all Windows starts and shutdowns.
Finally, for those in unfortunate emergency situations, SHDN! also plays nicely with "Motherboard Monitor," another great freeware tool by Alex van Kaam. This tool is designed to monitor heat, fan speed, and voltage and will automatically turn off your PC during times of crisis. Overall, SHDN! is a feature-rich and dependable shutdown utility that has kept users happy for over two decades.
What's New
Version 4.6: Bugs fixed.