reboot
/riːˈbuːt/
noun
- An act of restarting a computer or other electronic device.
- The system requires a reboot after installing the new driver.
- He performed a reboot to clear the memory.
- A simple reboot often solves software problems.
- A new version or reimagining of a series, franchise, or project, starting from the beginning.
- Fans were excited about the reboot of the video game series.
- The TV reboot brought in a younger audience.
- The new movie is a reboot of the classic 1980s film.
verb
- To restart (a computer or other electronic device) by loading the operating system again.
- If your computer freezes, try to reboot it.
- He rebooted the router to fix the internet connection.
- The technician rebooted the server after the update.
- To start (a series, franchise, or project) again from the beginning, often with changes or updates.
- The company rebooted its marketing strategy to attract younger customers.
- They rebooted the TV show after a ten-year break.
- The studio decided to reboot the popular movie franchise with a new cast.
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