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Q&A: How do I stop Windows from repeatedly booting into Safe Mode?

Posted on June 6, 2024

Question from Jenna:  I need your help, Rick.

I turned my computer on this morning and it booted up into Safe Mode instead of the normal mode.

I tried restarting the computer several times and it always boots into Safe Mode.

It’s an HP laptop with Windows 10. How can I make it boot up normally like it should?  [Read more…]

Monday, May 6, 2024 – Enable F8 key for booting Windows 11 into Safe Mode – Using a Password Manager is still as dangerous as ever

Posted on May 6, 2024

Hello, and welcome…

Rick’s Daily Tech Tips Update for Monday, May 6, 2024

 


 

Topics covered in this issue…

• How to enable the F8 key for booting Windows 11 into Safe Mode

• Yes, using a Password Manager is still just as dangerous as ever

• How to post about politics on Facebook without irritating your apolitical friends

• The power of kindness

• May’s Tech Tips Giveaway: TP-Link Deco AXE4900 Tri-Band WiFi 6E Mesh WiFi System

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Sunday, March 10, 2024 – How to make your Windows PC run like new again – How (and when) to boot your Mac into Safe Mode

Posted on March 10, 2024

Hello, and welcome…

Rick’s Daily Tech Tips Update for Sunday, March 10, 2024

 


 

Topics covered in this issue…

• How (and when) to boot your Mac into Safe Mode

• How to make your Windows PC run like new again

• Q&A: Does Windows really have its own built-in antivirus?

• Video: How to quickly and safely ‘parallel park’ your vehicle

• January’s Tech Tips Giveaway – Win this ViewSonic VX3276-4K-MHD 32 Inch 4K UHD Monitor

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How (and when) to boot Windows 10 and 11 into Safe Mode

Posted on March 8, 2024

If you’ve been a Windows user for any length of time you probably know that there are times when it helps to boot Windows into Safe Mode.

In a nutshell, booting into Safe Mode forces Windows to load just the most basic Windows files and hardware drivers.

This helps a great deal when trying to remove stubborn viruses, track down faulty hardware drivers and resolve a wide range of software issues.

[Read more…]

How (and when) to boot your Android device into Safe Mode

Posted on February 15, 2024

If you’re a Windows or Mac user you probably know that restarting your computer in Safe Mode is a great way to troubleshoot software problems that are difficult to track down when everything but the kitchen sink is running on the machine.

In a nutshell, booting a device into Safe Mode ensures that only the most essential parts of the operating system and the most basic hardware drivers are loaded into memory to make it easier to track down those most stubborn issues.

Luckily, Android devices can be booted into Safe Mode as well. [Read more…]

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