The 'Safe mode' in Windows
What is Safe Mode? Safe Mode is a diagnostic startup mode in Windows that loads the operating system with a minimal set of drivers and services. It is primarily used to troubleshoot and resolve issues that prevent normal operation, such as malware infections, driver conflicts, or software errors. Key Features of Safe Mode Minimal Drivers : Only essential drivers are loaded, such as the keyboard, mouse, and basic display driver. Limited Functionality : Non-essential features like third-party software, advanced graphics, and networking are disabled (unless you use Safe Mode with Networking). Troubleshooting Tools : Provides an environment to run system tools such as System File Checker (SFC), CHKDSK, or uninstall problematic programs. Text-Based Identification : The words "Safe Mode" appear in the corners of the screen for easy identification. Types of Safe Mode Safe Mode : Basic mode with minimal drivers and no network support. Safe Mode with Networking : Adds netw...