Prevent other people from using your desktop when you go away from your computer.
Shaun McCance
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Michael Hill
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Jim Campbell
jwcampbell@gmail.com 2013

# Automatically lock your screen

When you leave your computer, you should lock the screen to prevent other people from using your desktop and accessing your files. If you sometimes forget to lock your screen, you may wish to have your computer's screen lock automatically after a set period of time. This will help to secure your computer when you aren't using it.

When your screen is locked, your applications and system processes will continue to run, but you will need to enter your password to begin using them again.

# To set the length of time before your screen locks automatically:

Click your name on the top bar and select Settings.

Select PrivacyScreen Lock.

Make sure Automatic Screen Lock is switched on, then select a length of time from the drop-down list.

When your screen is locked, and you want to unlock it, press Esc, or swipe up from the bottom of your screen with your mouse. Then enter your password, and press Enter or click Unlock.