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  • System Boot Process

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    Explanation:The system boot process involves a sequence of steps performed by a computer to initialize hardware components and load the operating system into memory. It starts with power-on, followed by the execution of the BIOS or UEFI firmware. The firmware conducts hardware checks through POST and identifies bootable devices to load the bootloader. The bootloader…

  • BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)

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    Explanation:The BIOS is firmware embedded on a computer’s motherboard that initializes and tests hardware components during the boot process. It provides a software interface for the operating system to communicate with hardware devices. BIOS performs essential tasks like the Power-On Self Test (POST), identifying boot devices, and loading the operating system bootloader. Although BIOS has…