What is Safe Mode in Windows and when to use it

Safe Mode is a stripped-down version of Windows that loads only the absolute basics. No extra programs, no drivers for printers or special devices, nothing fancy. It's useful when your computer won't start normally or is crashing because something is interfering. Think of it as Windows in its simplest form so you can fix what's broken without interference.

Safe Mode is a special startup option that runs Windows with the fewest possible programs and drivers. It's designed to help when your computer is crashing, won't start, or has malware that's interfering with normal operation. You can use it to uninstall problem programs, run antivirus scans without interference, or figure out what's causing crashes. After you fix the problem, you restart normally and everything goes back to how it was.