B2
reboot vs restart
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| rebootverb/ˌriːˈbuːt/ | Meaning to turn a computer off and on again so that it starts working fresh | Goes with reboot the computer | Example You will need to reboot your computer after the update finishes installing. |
| restartverb/ˌriːˈstɑːrt/ | Meaning to start something again, especially a computer or machine, after it has stopped | Goes with restart the computer | Example Please restart your laptop and try to log in again. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The machine will automatically in ten minutes.