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The BIOS (Basic Input Output System) runs the initial disc check and starts the required programs when you switch it on.

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What is the program your computer's microprocessor uses to get the computer system started after you turn it on?

When the computer is first turned on, (or booted), the BIOS program is in control. After performing a few system checks, the BIOS program turns the computer over to an operating system like Windows XP.


Could you get the information back that you were typing before your computer turned off?

It depends on the program... Some programs have an "autosave" routine and you might get lucky, but the answer is --- probably not. You need to understand the difference between typing something in and writing it to disk or posting it to the web. Study how the computer works some more. Go back to the help section for the program in question.


What is a ROM in a computer and how does it function within the system?

A ROM (Read-Only Memory) in a computer is a type of memory that stores data permanently and cannot be easily changed or erased. It contains essential instructions for the computer to start up and perform basic functions, such as the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System). ROM functions by holding this critical information even when the computer is turned off, allowing the system to boot up and operate smoothly.


What is a computer motor?

Its a motor which is turned on or off by the actuator.


ROM preserves its contents even when the computer is what?

Off ROM (Read Only Memory) is typically used to write permanent data or instructions to a system for use even after the computer is turned off. Examples of ROM are your BIOS and Firmware

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What is the program your computer's microprocessor uses to get the computer system started after you turn it on?

When the computer is first turned on, (or booted), the BIOS program is in control. After performing a few system checks, the BIOS program turns the computer over to an operating system like Windows XP.


What do you call a program that runs when you start your computer?

When the computer is first turned on, (or booted), the BIOS program is in control. After performing a few system checks, the BIOS program turns the computer over to an operating system like Windows XP.


What is a computer when it is turned on and the operating system is being loaded?

A computer is loading data when it is turned on and the operating system is being loaded.


A computer is when it is turned on and the operating system is being loaded?

booting


When computer is turned on and the operating system is loading?

Generally it's called "booting up" the system


What is a grayed out In a computer?

when the computer is grayed out that means that the system has crashed and hence it turned off. graying out meana dead.


What is it called when a computer is turned on and the operating system is being loaded?

Booting up ..! A boot process is a step by step process with which a computer loads the operating system.


Infects the system files thay your computer uses every time it is turned on?

viruses infect the system files your computer uses every time it powers up


What if a computer is powerer off in a token ring Does token will be bypassed or ring topology will break up?

The hub and/or the active monitor program will be aware of the system that is turned off, and the attempt to send that system the token will be bypassed. Standard token ring systems are designed to avoid systems that are turned off or non-functioning. The network keeps running.


What operating system component is loaded first when the computer is turned on an resides in the memory?

windows xp


Can you continue loading with LimeWire even if computer gets turned off?

Any program on your computer cannot continue working while the computer is turned off. However, many programs have ways to save their work before you turn off your computer so they can resume the work they were doing the next time you run them.


The internal clock of a computer system is the?

The internal clock of a computer system is found on the motherboard. It is run by its own, independent battery, causing it to always run, even if the computer is turned off.