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The BIOS firmware resides on a chip called the complementary metal oxide semiconductor (______).
The BIOS firmware resides on a chip called the complementary metal oxide semiconductor (______).
CMOS
True or false:BIOS is a software program that is installed on the hard drive of a computer.
True or false:BIOS is a software program that is installed on the hard drive of a computer.
False (A)
What is the main function of BIOS?
What is the main function of BIOS?
- To run the operating system
- To check all the hardware in the computer (correct)
- To connect the computer to the internet
- To store data on the computer
True or false: The main purpose of BIOS is to start the operating system.
True or false: The main purpose of BIOS is to start the operating system.
What type of chip does BIOS firmware reside on?
What type of chip does BIOS firmware reside on?
To access BIOS, we need to press a key or ______ of keys before the main OS boots.
To access BIOS, we need to press a key or ______ of keys before the main OS boots.
The ______ that it uses can be wiped out, that's why there's a watch-style battery on the motherboard of the computer.
The ______ that it uses can be wiped out, that's why there's a watch-style battery on the motherboard of the computer.
Why is there a watch-style battery on the motherboard of the computer?
Why is there a watch-style battery on the motherboard of the computer?
True or false: BIOS checks all the hardware in the computer to ensure that it is working properly.
True or false: BIOS checks all the hardware in the computer to ensure that it is working properly.
When does BIOS run?
When does BIOS run?
True or false: The BIOS firmware is stored on a chip called the random access memory (RAM).
True or false: The BIOS firmware is stored on a chip called the random access memory (RAM).
BIOS ______ all the hardware in the computer to make sure it is there, that it works and that it has access to the driver programs they need to run.
BIOS ______ all the hardware in the computer to make sure it is there, that it works and that it has access to the driver programs they need to run.
True or false: The settings used by BIOS can be erased, which is why there is a battery on the motherboard.
True or false: The settings used by BIOS can be erased, which is why there is a battery on the motherboard.
How do we access BIOS?
How do we access BIOS?
Its main goal is to get everything in the computer ready to work so that the ______ can be started.
Its main goal is to get everything in the computer ready to work so that the ______ can be started.
What does BIOS stand for?
What does BIOS stand for?
[Blank] devices have different ways to access BIOS.
[Blank] devices have different ways to access BIOS.
True or false: Accessing BIOS requires the use of a specific key or combination of keys before the main OS boots.
True or false: Accessing BIOS requires the use of a specific key or combination of keys before the main OS boots.
BIOS is the ______ program run when a computer is turned on.
BIOS is the ______ program run when a computer is turned on.
True or false: Mobile devices have the same method of accessing BIOS as desktop computers.
True or false: Mobile devices have the same method of accessing BIOS as desktop computers.
Do mobile devices have the same way to access BIOS as computers?
Do mobile devices have the same way to access BIOS as computers?
Study Notes
- BIOS stands for Basic Input Output System.
- It is a program permanently stored on a chip in a computer.
- BIOS is the first program run when a computer is turned on.
- Its main goal is to get everything in the computer ready to work so that the OS can be started.
- BIOS checks all the hardware in the computer to make sure it is there, that it works and that it has access to the driver programs they need to run.
- The BIOS firmware resides on a chip called the complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS).
- The settings that it uses can be wiped out, that's why there's a watch-style battery on the motherboard of the computer.
- To access BIOS, we need to press a key or combination of keys before the main OS boots.
- The key or key combination needed can vary between brands and models of devices.
- Mobile devices have different ways to access BIOS.
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Think you know everything about BIOS? Test your knowledge with our BIOS Quiz! Learn about the basics, functions, and everything else you need to know about this important system program. Find out how to access it and what to do when you're there. Take our quiz and see if you can answer all the questions and become a BIOS expert!
