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How to Get Safe Mode in Windows XP

While Windows XP is usually a stable operating system, it still can have a wide variety of problems. Luckily, Microsoft knew that and decided to put in a secret boot mode known as 'Safe Mode'. This article will tell you how to enter the...
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Using Msconfig to get into Safe Mode

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    Click the "Start" button on the taskbar. When the Start Menu appears, click the "Run" menu option. (As a shortcut, you can simply press WinKey+R on the keyboard.)
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    In the dialog box that appears, type "msconfig". The System Configuration Utility executes.
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    Look for the tabs at the top of the screen. One will say "BOOT.INI". Click on that tab.
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    There will be a few checkboxes in the lower portion of the window. Check the box next to the text "/SAFEBOOT".
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    Click "OK", and restart your computer.
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