Cannot Log Off Current User in Windows (228801)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 2000 Server
  • Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
This article was previously published under Q228801

SYMPTOMS

When you click Start, click Shut Down, and then click Log Off User, you may be logged on again without a password prompt.

CAUSE

This issue can occur if you configure your computer to log on automatically.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this issue, follow these steps:
  1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
  2. Double-click System.
  3. On the Network Identification tab, click Change.
  4. In the Network Identification Wizard, click Next.
  5. Click This computer is for home use and not part of a business network
  6. Click Users must enter a user name and password.
  7. Click Next, and then click Finish.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:10/29/2003
Keywords:kbnetwork kbprb KB228801
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