BIOS/ CMOS

What is one of the main roles of BIOS in a computer system?

• To manage user accounts
• To load the operating system
• To run applications
• To connect to external devices

How does the BIOS interact with the operating system?

• It replaces the operating system
• It prepares the hardware for the operating system to load
• It manages user data for the operating system
• It directly runs the operating system

What is the primary function of the BIOS in a computer?

• To run applications and software programs
• To manage internet connections
• To store user data and files
• To control the computer from power-on until the OS takes over

Why has BIOS' popularity decreased in favor of UEFI?

• BIOS is slower than UEFI
• BIOS cannot connect to the internet
• BIOS is outdated and lacks modern features
• BIOS is more difficult to use than UEFI

What happens during the BIOS boot process?

• User settings are saved
• Hardware is tested and configured
• The operating system is installed
• The computer connects to Wi-Fi

Which statement about BIOS is true?

• BIOS controls hardware before the OS loads
• BIOS is only used in laptops
• BIOS is a type of software application
• BIOS is the main operating system

Which of the following describes the boot process in relation to BIOS?

• The steps BIOS takes to start the computer
• The method of connecting to the internet
• The process of installing new software
• The way data is stored on a hard drive

If a computer fails to start, which BIOS function might be the first to check?

• Driver location
• CMOS setup
• Operating system loading
• Power-on self-test (POST)

What does the Power-on self-test (POST) do?

• It installs new drivers automatically
• It saves user settings in memory
• It tests the hardware before loading the OS
• It connects the computer to the internet

How does CMOS relate to BIOS?

• CMOS is the volatile memory for BIOS settings

• CMOS is a hardware component that BIOS controls
• CMOS is a type of software used by BIOS
• CMOS is the main operating system for the computer