Using Task Scheduler to Run a Task Before Shutdown

Question

As of writing, the only options available are to "Begin the task"

• On a schedule
• At logon
• At startup
• On idle
• On an event
• At task modification/creation
• On connect to user session
• On disconnect from user session
• On workstation lock
• On workstation unlock

Answer 1

You can create shutdown tasks with the Group Policy Editor in Windows 7.