Turn off my HP desktop computer

It will sound real stupid, but I'm old and a first time PC owner.  I have a HP desktop computer and I need to turn it off.  My manual says to keep it all the time with Windows 7 and I put on standby when I'm done.  But how I just turn it off?

If I use l 'Quit' in the start menu can I just turn it back on or do I have some kind of

password?  I know it's stupid, but I'm really lost here, could someone please help

me?  Thank you

Ronvet

Ronvet, there is no stupid questions on this forum.  We have all had to learn what we know by asking questions.  Here's a guide that should help you solve your problem.  If you have any questions, please let us know.

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