
Normally, when you boot up your computer, it loads a lot of drivers, which are programs that allow your operating system (OS) to communicate with other devices and software.


Safe mode is an alternate way of starting up your computer so it's only using the essential programs needed to run. en/basic-computer-skills/how-to-defragment-your-hard-drive/content/ Starting a computer in safe mode Lesson 19: Starting a Computer in Safe Mode
