"One of the first things that I do upon receiving a new Windows computer is I create my own
custom boot menu that shows up every time I boot my machine. This is especially handy when you suspect a virus or a failed installation that corrupted your registry; you can reboot into safe mode and scan for it. It is easy to create a
custom boot menu for yourself, and it is so worth it."
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