safe mode

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safe mode (uncountable)

  1. (computing) A troubleshooting mode of many operating systems in which most advanced functions are not activated.
  2. (space science) An emergency mode of many unmanned spacecraft in which nonessential systems are shut down and the spacecraft assumes a preset attitude towards the sun while awaiting commands from ground control.

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