Loading Windows in CLI mode
You can load Windows with only the Command Line Interface (CLI) and no Graphical User Interface (GUI). This mode is helpful for troubleshooting or running scripts in a lightweight environment. Here’s how you can do it: Method 1: Use Safe Mode with Command Prompt Access Safe Mode with Command Prompt : On Windows 10/11 : Open Settings → Update & Security → Recovery . Under "Advanced startup," click Restart now . Go to Troubleshoot → Advanced options → Startup Settings → Restart . After the system restarts, press 6 or F6 to start in Safe Mode with Command Prompt . On older versions like Windows 7 : Restart your computer and press F8 repeatedly before Windows boots. Select Safe Mode with Command Prompt from the menu. The system will boot into a CLI-only environment with no GUI components. Method 2: Modify Boot Options Use MSCONFIG : Open Run ( Windows + R ), type msconfig , and press Enter . Go to the Boot tab. Check the box for Safe ...