Here’s a sample batch script that you can use to automatically shutdown a computer at 11:03pm every day and display a 60-second countdown before shutting down:
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In both cases, automating the "provision, spin up, and initial setup", as well as the "auto-shutdown if not measurably used for N minutes (60 was my default)" with a one-command script made my life much easier.
To schedule Windows to auto shutdown, using a command: 1. Simultaneously press the Windows + Rkeys to open Run command box. 2. Type shutdown -s -t 2400 then click OK. * * Notes: 1. The number "2400" represents the amount of time in seconds befor