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What does Safe Mode do when Windows starts?

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  1. Starts with all startup programs and extra drivers
  2. Boots from the network
  3. Starts with a limited set of files and drivers

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  1. Start your PC in safe mode, Microsoft Support support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/start-your-pc-in-safe-mode-in-windows-92c27cff-db89-8644-1ce4-b3e5e56fe234 Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. Start your PC in safe mode, Microsoft Support support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/start-your-pc-in-safe-mode-in-windows-92c27cff-db89-8644-1ce4-b3e5e56fe234 Checked 2026-10-10.

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