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Subject: What is Freebsd 5.3 safe mode ?
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I have installed Freebsd 5.3.  When the machine boots up, it gives me 
several options if I want to boot up in Default Mode, Safe Mode, Single User 
mode, etc.  I understand Single user mode.  What is the difference between 
Safe Mode and Default Mode?

Thanks

JP

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