A guide to Safe Mode, a troubleshooting method to use when your computer isn't working properly

Safe Mode is a basic diagnostic mode for your operating system that starts the computer without most of its drivers and ...
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How to use Windows Safe Mode to get out of computer trouble

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What to Do When Windows 7 Won’t Boot or Load

Windows 7 not booting? Learn how to fix startup issues using Safe Mode, Startup Repair, or command prompt tools.
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Step-by-Step: Wipe and Reformat a Hard Drive in Windows 7

Learn how to wipe a hard drive in Windows 7 safely using built-in tools, Command Prompt, or third-party software.

How to start Windows 10 or 11 in Safe Mode to fix computer issues, and then exit later

Your Windows computer isn't working right and you need to narrow down the problem. Here's how to boot up in Safe Mode and do ...