In general, safe describes a feeling or location where you or what you’re doing is not in danger of harm or damage. For example, Safe Mode is an area that only loads default programs to help troubleshoot a Windows computer when it’s not working.

Below are computer-related terms referencing computer and online safety.

  • Fail-safe
  • MagSafe
  • Not safe for work
  • Safe colors
  • Safe font
  • Safe high-voltage connector
  • Safe Mode
  • Safety recall
  • Safety ring

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