As a good PC user, I run security software in Windows to protect my computer from malware that may pop up as I go about my ...

Turn off your system. Remove the power cord and disconnect all the peripherals. Disconnect the charger if it is a laptop. Press and hold the power button for up to 30 seconds. Turn on your system.

Clean Boot is a troubleshooting technique used to start Windows with a basic, essential set of drivers and startup programs.