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[C - Definitions](https://www.computerhope.com/jargon/jc.htm) # Cite Updated: 09/28/2024 by [Computer Hope](https://www.computerhope.com/more.htm)  The term **cite**, or **citation**, describes quoting or mentioning an author, book, passage, or website when referencing another writer's work. ## Computer Hope citation information To reference a page on Computer Hope, include the full [URL](https://www.computerhope.com/jargon/u/url.htm), the page title, and "Computer Hope," which is considered the author (corporate author). Below are examples of how the Computer Hope Safe Mode web page., viewed on September 28, 2024, could be referenced. ### APA (American Psychological Association) style ``` Computer Hope, Getting into Windows Safe Mode. September 28, 2024, from https://www.computerhope.com/issues/chsafe.htm ``` ### MLA (Modern Language Association) style ``` Computer Hope contributors. "Getting into Windows Safe Mode." 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