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What does BIOS stand for?
What does BIOS stand for?
Where is the BIOS firmware pre-installed in a computer?
Where is the BIOS firmware pre-installed in a computer?
What is the purpose of the BIOS during the booting process?
What is the purpose of the BIOS during the booting process?
Which operating system does the name 'BIOS' originate from?
Which operating system does the name 'BIOS' originate from?
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What does the BIOS in modern PCs initialize and test?
What does the BIOS in modern PCs initialize and test?
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Study Notes
BIOS Overview
- BIOS stands for Basic Input/Output System
BIOS Location
- The BIOS firmware is pre-installed in a computer's ROM (Read-Only Memory) chip
BIOS Function
- The primary purpose of the BIOS is to manage the booting process of a computer
Origins of BIOS
- The name 'BIOS' originates from the CP/M (Control Program for Microcomputers) operating system
BIOS Initialization
- During the booting process, the BIOS initializes and tests the following components:
- Processor
- RAM
- Storage devices
- Keyboard and other peripherals
- Display and graphics adapters
- Other system hardware components
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Description
Test your knowledge of computer hardware and firmware with this BIOS quiz. Learn about the functions of BIOS, its role in the booting process, and its importance in operating systems and programs.
