soft reboot

A "soft reboot" allows for updates or fresh starts while maintaining some degree of continuity in both technology and storytelling.

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Definition

(technical)Restarting a system using software commands without completely turning off the power.

The technician performed a soft reboot to apply the updates without shutting down the server.

(entertainment)Revamping a series or storyline while retaining some elements of the original continuity.

The new movie serves as a soft reboot, introducing fresh plotlines while acknowledging past events.

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