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No. They are not different, however they are similiar to big and small computers
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What does BIOS provide for the computers?
BIOS provides the boot-up process for a computer. It is part of ROM.
What is the difference between boot loader and boot monitor?
a small program that invokes operating system when power is switched on. That is boot loader. boot is a boot strapping process that is one program pulls may complected programs when power is switched on.
What is meant by bootstrap loader?
Also known as bootstrapping or boot loader, a bootstrap loader is a program that resides in the computers EPROM, ROM, or other non-volatile memory that automatically executed by the processor when the computer is turned on. The bootstrap loader reads the hard disk drives boot sector to continue the process of loading the computers operating system. The boot loader has been replaced in computers that have an Extensible Firmware Interface (EFI). The boot loader is now part of the EFI BIOS. Source: http://www.computerhope.com/jargon/b/bootload.htm
What halts the boot process earliest in the process?
Monitor not plugged in. Won't boot without it
What Monitors the boot process and reports errors usually as coded numbers on a small LED panel?
A "POST card."
What are some idioms about computers?
to boot up your computer
Newer computers do not allow you to boot without a keyboard?
You can boot with any computer without a keyboard unless you have multiple OS's installed and you set an option in your BIOS to where you have to select which OS you want to boot. False (to answer the question). Older computers refused to boot unless a keyboard was present. However, newer computers allow you to boot without a keyboard, and you can then plug in the keyboard after the boot. (taken from the "Notes" section - pg 458, seventh edition).
Why are some computers able to boot without a floppy drive but some computers cannot?
The computers that cannot boot are usually newer models. Since the floppy drive has so little space available for data storage, it is outdated and not usually necessary on modern computers.
What takes control of the boot process from the system bios?
The MBR takes control of the boot process from the sytem bios.
Do computers need a cold boot when becoming active from hibernation?
No since the computer is still running but at reduced power settings it only requires a warm boot.
What is a computer boot process?
A computer boot process is the procedure of starting a computer from scratch, culminating in the loading of and operating system.
What is the different between hot boot and cold boot?
the cold boot is cold.
