In some texts, especially less formal documents such as manuals, guides or instructions, the second person (you) or the imperative (no pronoun) is often more appropriate than the third person. This is especially convenient, as you, your, yourself and yourselves are not gender-specific. Therefore, not
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The students should first turn on their computers. |
but
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You should first turn on your computer. |
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First, turn on your computer. |
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