12 Questions
Where is the software stored that allows the CPU to communicate with other devices on the motherboard?
BIOS
What is the difference between BIOS settings and CMOS settings?
BIOS settings are stored in the CMOS
What is the purpose of the software stored in the BIOS or UEFI?
To enable communication between the CPU and other devices on the motherboard
What is the purpose of the CMOS battery?
To maintain the CMOS chip's data when the computer is powered off
Which program takes control of the system after the BIOS identifies the boot drive?
Master boot loader
What does the boot loader program do?
Loads the operating system kernel
What happens after the operating system is loaded?
The BIOS stops controlling the system
During the boot process, what does the BIOS do after the POST tests are complete?
It identifies and configures hardware devices
Which type of memory is EEPROM?
Non-volatile memory
What does CMOS stand for?
Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor
What is the purpose of checking the BIOS version after a BIOS update?
To confirm that the update finished successfully
What is the role of the boot loader program during the boot process?
To identify the boot drive
Test your knowledge on PC device communication strategies with this quiz! Learn about Option ROM and OPROM, and discover how the CPU communicates with custom devices in your PC system.
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