Three Finger Salute

Just like Windows XP, and other versions of Windows before it, Windows Vista has what has been commonly called, the Three Finger Salute. In Vista access the 3 key combination is pressing the Ctrl + Alt + Delete keys at the same time.

Depending upon the way your computer is configured the traditional Three-Finger-Salute will give a menu with several options. These options are:

1. Lock the computer - This will keep that family member or coworker from using the computer while you are taking a bathroom break.
2. Switch Users - This option is available only if there are two or more user accounts on the computer. If there is more than one user account, it is handy to switch between users quick and easily.
   
3. Log off - Keeps the computer on but closes the current users login. Here we have another handy option for the computer who has more than one user accounts.
   
4. Change a password - This feature I see very few people use. If the current user needs to change their password. Here is a quick and easy place to do it.
5. Start Task Manager - The Task Manager is a great diagnostic tool. You can see the system performance, running processes, and other valuable information. We will cover it in tomorrow's post.