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Which component is responsible for loading the kernel image and initial RAM disk or filesystem into memory?
Which component is responsible for loading the kernel image and initial RAM disk or filesystem into memory?
- BIOS
- Boot loader (correct)
- CMOS
- GRUB
Where is the boot loader usually stored for traditional BIOS/MBR systems?
Where is the boot loader usually stored for traditional BIOS/MBR systems?
- EFI partition
- CMOS values
- Boot sector (correct)
- Hard disk
What is the purpose of the CMOS values?
What is the purpose of the CMOS values?
- To choose alternative boot options
- To load the kernel image
- To store the boot loader
- To keep track of the date and time (correct)
Which technology allows the system to keep track of the date and time even when it is powered off?
Which technology allows the system to keep track of the date and time even when it is powered off?
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Which boot loader is commonly used for booting Linux?
Which boot loader is commonly used for booting Linux?
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Where is the boot loader usually stored for EFI/UEFI systems?
Where is the boot loader usually stored for EFI/UEFI systems?
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What is the purpose of the initial RAM disk or filesystem?
What is the purpose of the initial RAM disk or filesystem?
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Which component is responsible for passing system control from the BIOS to the boot loader?
Which component is responsible for passing system control from the BIOS to the boot loader?
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Which boot loader is commonly used for booting from removable media?
Which boot loader is commonly used for booting from removable media?
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