The BIOS for your computer is classed as firmware.
Drivers are Windows components used to interface between devices (hardware) and software. Drivers are downloaded and installed under the control of Windows. A faulty driver upgrade may cause the related device to not be usable or may cause Windows to crash. It is usually relatively easy to recover.
A BIOS upgrade should be downloaded only from the manufacturer of the motherboard of your computer. It will come with installation instructions. Take great care - a faulty BIOS change (e.g. one for another motherboard version) can possibly prevent the computer ever switching on again which is rather difficult to fix!
I would have to say that you would need the updater software and the actual BIOS update (firmware)
The term for upgrading the firmware that the BIOS comprises is called "BIOS flashing" or "BIOS update." This process involves replacing the existing BIOS firmware with a newer version to enhance system stability, compatibility, or performance. BIOS updates can also fix bugs or vulnerabilities, allowing the hardware to support new features or components. It's essential to follow manufacturer instructions carefully during this process to avoid potential issues.
yes - If the BIOS of your computer is infected then, since it is hard-coded (firmware) on a chip, you could have irreparable damage. Also most anti-virus programs work within your operating system (Windows or MacO/S) so they don't detect BIOS infections. The only way to repair your BIOS is, if it can be, to Flashit. This is the process used to update the firmware on your BIOS chip. Check your computer or motherboard manufacturer to obtain the flash application, and the instructions for running it. Flashing the BIOS should place a new, uninfected version of firmware on the chip.
Device drivers and firmware(Example: Bios).Operating system(Example: Windows).Servers.Software development tools.Utility software.
Firmware
The easier question would be what IS a reason to update. If your software or hardware does not support the functions they were meant to and your BIOS has firmware that can make it function, then this is reason enough to consider flashing yur BIOS. Upgrading BIOS is something you simply don't do on a whim as you could adversely compromise behavior and possibly indirectly damage other hardware.
Firmware refers to programs that are fixed, low-level operations. Since the BIOS is hard coded on a chip, it can be classified as firmware.
To update the firmware for the Blackmagic Intensity Pro, first, download the latest drivers and software from the Blackmagic Design website. Install the software, which typically includes the firmware update tool. Connect your Intensity Pro card to your computer, launch the software, and follow the on-screen instructions to update the firmware. Always ensure that you have backed up any important settings before proceeding with the update.
You cannot delete BIOS as it is firmware essential for booting your computer and managing hardware. However, you can reset the BIOS settings to default or update (reinstall) it by flashing the BIOS with a newer version from the motherboard manufacturer's website. This process can help resolve issues or improve compatibility but should be done with caution, as an incorrect update can render the system unbootable.
CD/DVD drives and printers use Firmware
The real question is, how do you know your BIO's have a virus?If for some reason they really are corrupt. You will have to flash the firmware. If that's not possible the get another motherboard.
BIOS flash refers to the process of updating or rewriting the firmware of the Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) on a computer's motherboard. This is typically done to improve system stability, add new hardware support, or fix bugs. The update is accomplished by downloading a new BIOS version from the motherboard manufacturer's website and using a utility to flash the new firmware onto the BIOS chip. Properly performing a BIOS flash can enhance system performance, but it carries risks, such as the potential to render the motherboard inoperable if not done correctly.