Switching to Another User

Instead of logging off, which means closing all the programs you have been using, to allow someone else can use the computer. You can use what is call Fast User Switching. This means one user can leave their programs running while another user logs on to check their email.

To use this feature:

• Left click the Start Orb
• Click the right arrow button to the right of the Lock icon,
• Then select Switch User
• A pop-up menu will appear with the names of all the users on that computer
• Your user name will have the words Logged on underneath it to indicate that you’re still logged in, even though you’ve just disconnected.
• The individual who wants to check their email can simply log in.
  

To go back:

• Have the second user log off
• Then click on your user name and type your password
• Press Enter or click the arrow
• Now Windows will display your session again. All the programs and windows as you left them.