From a security perspective, W2K Pro should prompt for your password when coming off hibernation mode. To enable this important security feature:

• Start the Power Options Control Panel applet
  • Start
  • Settings
  • Control Panel
  • Power Options
• Select the Advanced tab.
• Check the Prompt for password when computer goes off standby check box.
• Click OK.

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