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Windows 95 Reboot and Shutdown
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Tips on starting your computer without running Windows 95, shutting down Explorer but not rebooting your computer, and more.

#1: Do Not Start Win95 Automatically
Prevent Windows 95 from starting when you boot your computer - go straight to DOS.

#2: Shut Down Explorer - But Not Windows
Keep Windows running but stop Explorer.exe.

#3: Restart the System Without Rebooting
Restart Windows 95 without your machine shutting down and rebooting.

#4: 'Command Prompt Only' Fails to Work
Edit your autoexec.bat file if a reboot fails to go to the command prompt.

#5: Turn Off the Startup Screen During a Given Boot
Prevent the Windows logo from appearing when you boot your machine.

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