It powers the BIOS memory, keeping your bios settings active, and it powers the clock.
In a desktop computer, the battery stores the CMOS settings and keeps the real-time clock running. In a laptop computer, the main battery is used to power the computer when it is not plugged into a wall adapter.
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Any computer (desktop or laptop) can run Java.
A desktop processor is a processor that has been optimized for maximum performance on the desktop, for tasks such as playing video games or editing video. This is as opposed to a laptop / mobile processor, which is optimized to provide longer battery life and run cooler.
Basically, a laptop is designed to be portable, and can run off an internal battery until the battery goes flat. A desktop is designed to sit on a desk, table, workstation, etc, and is not meant to be portable. Unlike the more compact laptop, the desktop usually has an external monitor, keyboard and mouse, and is unlikely to have an internal battery. Both the laptop and desktop can be run off the mains.
In a desktop computer the battery is located on the PC motherboard. It looks like a silver button about the size of a quarter, in the center of a black circle of plastic. In a laptop the battery is quite a bit larger and is usually found on the bottom of the laptop near the back, underneath the screen hinge.
what is the role of BIOS? why is it important for it to keep its memory after the computer is switched off?
One difference between a desktop and a laptop is that a laptop is portable while a desktop is stationary. Laptops are usually smaller and can run off of battery power while a desktop is bigger and has to be plugged in to work.
Desktops are generally cheaper than the equivalent spec Laptop. They are more easily upgradeable and you don't have to worry about battery life on a Desktop.
GO LEFT ATBladvass IN COMPUTER FILE THEN GO TO THE mOONPIE ON YOU LEF CLICK ON YOUR DESTOP WHCH LEADS YOU TO THE MAIN FREQUENCE TO SET YOUR DESKTOP COMPUTER
Well, if you want a powerful computer for games and do not need mobility, then the Dell desktop PC is definitely your choice. On the other hand, if you do need mobility, go for the Toshiba. Note, however, that the battery on it will run out fast, and you can not upgrade laptops as easy as desktop PCs. So basically, if you need pure, raw performance, go with the desktop, but if gaming on the move is your priority, the Toshiba is perfect.
Go to msconfig in the run command and deselect it