SLR 4 - BIOS

What is the primary function of the BIOS during the boot process?

• To load the operating system directly

• To initialize and test the hardware

• To provide internet connectivity

• To manage user applications

What does POST stand for in the context of BIOS?

• Power-On Self-Test

• Processor Overclocking System Test

• Primary Operating System Test

• Peripheral Output System Test

Where was the BIOS originally stored?

• On a hard disk drive

• On a non-volatile ROM chip

• In the main memory

• On a USB flash drive

What type of memory is used to store configurable settings in modern computers?

• CMOS memory

• Cache memory

• SSD

• RAM

What key function does the CMOS memory help maintain?

• Network settings

• Graphics processing

• User profiles

• Real-time clock