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    Question

    In computer fundamentals, what is the primary purpose of

    the BIOS in a computer system?
    A To control hardware access Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B To load the operating system Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C To serve as a platform for running applications Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D To manage network connections Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E To perform real-time processing Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) is firmware stored on a chip in the motherboard. Its primary purpose is to initialize and test the system hardware components and load the operating system from a storage device during the boot process. The BIOS ensures that the computer is in a proper state before passing control to the operating system's bootloader. Why Other Options are Wrong: a) The BIOS does not control hardware access directly; it performs initial hardware checks and setups. c) Applications run on the operating system, not the BIOS. d) Managing network connections is the job of the operating system and networking software. e) Real-time processing is handled by the operating system or application software designed for real-time use.

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