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How to Boot Windows 10 in Safe Mode

When Windows® appears to be malfunctioning, you may need to use a diagnostic technique known as Safe Mode. Starting the computer up in Safe Mode can give a user different options to troubleshoot an issue, but getting there in the first place is not exactly straightforward. The good news is that the process has been simplified so that the majority of users can do it without any assistance whatsoever.

How Does Privacy Guardian Differ from Free Plug-ins?

Since iolo launched its online privacy software Privacy Guardian—available as both a standalone and within the total security and performance suite Phoenix 360—some users have asked: How is Privacy Guardian different from browser plug-ins such as Ghostery, AdGuard and CanvasDefender?

How to Check if Your Password Has Been Leaked

The System Mechanic® NetBooster® internet optimization feature offers several new ways to help users achieve the fastest internet speeds. For example, iolo engineers have discovered no less than eight unnecessary Windows® 10 services that needlessly burden broadband speed. In addition, new changes to a dozen TCP settings are now recommended to ensure better streaming, gaming, downloads and more.

Get To Know System Mechanic Ultimate Defense

System Mechanic® Ultimate Defense™ delivers seven powerful products to speed up, secure and simplify your digital life—all at your fingertips in one convenient interface. Here is an overview to help you navigate around in this latest evolution of System Mechanic, which offers protection from a wide array of modern threats to PC health and security, including password hacks, credit card theft, spying on your online habits, personal data selling, reputation compromise, ad-trackers, accidental file deletion, sensitive data theft, malware invasions, Windows® security holes, bloatware and startup bottlenecks, and PC slowdown induced by needlessly running background apps.

Deploy Network-Wide Repairs

The Network Deployment Tool in System Mechanic Business allows you to configure ActiveCare® to run automatic repairs on each and every one of your network PCs.

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