Question

    Which of the following is NOT a function of BIOS?

    A POST Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Bootstrap Loader Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C BIOS drivers Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D BIOS or CMOS Setup Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Storing information and settings about the computer components Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    POST - Test the computer hardware and make no errors exist before loading the operating system. Bootstrap Loader - Locate the operating system. If a capable operating system is located, the BIOS will pass control to it. BIOS drivers - Low level drivers that give the computer basic operational control over your computer's hardware. BIOS or CMOS Setup - Configuration program that allows you to configure hardware settings including system settings such as computer passwords, time, and date. Storing information and settings about the computer components is a function of CMOS.

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