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Does system software start and shut down computer?

Yes it does. During the boot process the first thing the computer does is execute a small program from the 'boot block' which starts a whole series of programs to complete start-up. When you shutdown, again, another series of programs are executed to save all current settings before turning the power off.


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.


Does antivirus program check all files for viruses during the boot process?

No. some anti virus programs never check at boot time. others check some areas like, memory. but no antivirus check for all files at startup.


Is Safe Boot is a special diagnostic mode designed for troubleshooting errors that occur during the boot process?

Yes


Safe Boot is a special diagnostic mode designed for troubleshooting errors that occur during the boot process?

false


When should a soft boot be used on your computer?

A soft boot should be used on your computer any time that you press restart after installing updates, or programs. A soft boot is when you allow all programs to close before you restart. The only time you would use a hard boot is when you have to restart without allowing programs to close first.


What counts the amount of memory during the boot process after installing SIMM?

POST


Which is the first step in the boot process?

The POST (Power On Self Test).


What is a the first step in the boot process?

BIOS is activated by powering on the CPU


Which step comes first in the boot process?

The first step in the boot process is the Power-On Self-Test (POST). When the computer is powered on, the BIOS or UEFI firmware initializes the hardware components and checks for any errors. If the POST is successful, the system then proceeds to locate and load the boot loader from the designated boot device.


Which file is used to detect and build information about the hardware devices installed on a Windows XP laptop during the boot process?

boot ini


During boot-up process DOS loads its system files in which sequence?

IO.SYSMSDOS.SYSCOMMAND.COMCONFIG.SYSAUTOEXEC.BAT