what is the “safely remove hardware” on my task bar and what does it do?

CA: what is the “safely remove hardware” on my task bar and what does it do?
i’m to scared to push it thinking it’ll erase something or my computer will blow up!!!!!!

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Answer by sparky3489
Typically it’s used for any removable media or device. For example, if you have a USB drive, you would want to use the “safely remove hardware” before unplugging it so as to prevent data loss due to read/write not finished to the drive.

Oh, and rummy has no fuсking idea what the hell she’s talking about. It’s not adware. Idiot.
I quote, “dont push it, u dont need it, its adware or whatever”. Rummy, you are a complete moron who needs to pack-up her computer and take it back. You’re too stupid to own a computer.

Answer by Eric
It ends all communication with a USB device so you can unplug it safely without turning the computer off. And no your computer will not explode….

Answer by Carlo C
Click it once, and it will list the attached hardware that can be removed without turning off your computer.

Answer by rummy
dont push it, u dont need it, its adware or whatever

Answer by Cool Guy
It is for safely removal of any external I/O devices.
e.g if you are putting a pendrive in USB port the icon comes to ur sys tray. when u wan to remove the drive dont just pull it as it may crash the drive or data may be lost. so on cliking on safety remove icon the system will first disconnect it and allow you to remove the device