Question: How to Clean Boot Windows 7?
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To perform a clean boot in Windows 7 or Vista:

  • Click Start and type msconfig in the search box.
  • Press Enter.
  • On the General tab, click Selective startup.
  • Clear the Load startup items check box.
  • Click the Services tab.
  • Select the Hide all Microsoft services check box (at the bottom).
  • Click Disable all.
  • Click OK.

What is a clean boot used for?

A clean boot is a troubleshooting technique that allows you to get the computer up and running so that you can perform diagnostic tests to determine which elements of the normal boot process are causing problems.

Is a clean boot safe?

Difference Between Safe Mode or Clean Boot. The safe boot mode, uses a minimal pre-defined set of device drivers and services to start the Windows operating system. Clean Boot State. On the other hand there is also the Clean Boot State which is used to diagnose and troubleshoot advanced Windows problems.

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