There are generally three ways to access safe mode in Windows 10: If Windows is able to start in safe mode, you can at least be sure that the standard device drivers and standard settings of the operating system are working. Windows 10 safe mode primarily supports measures intended to help restore the entire system – such as running antivirus programs, deinstalling recently installed, suspicious software, or disabling certain device drivers. The latter option allows access to the internet and other computers in a network, making it possible to download drivers or antivirus programs, for example. For instance, users can choose whether they wish to start Windows 10 in a “minimal” safe mode or in safe mode with network drivers.
When Windows 10 is booted in safe mode, only a few standard drivers are activated, while the system refrains from automatically launching any frequently used programs.
