Basic Input Output System (BIOS)
The area that holds all the startup instructions a computer needs to start is the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) or UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) firmware. This firmware is stored in a non-volatile memory chip on the motherboard and is responsible for initializing hardware components and loading the operating system during the boot process.
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Programmable digital computers have never worked without software (or firmware). Even ENIAC used a form of firmware to work, it had to have programs wired into it by hand from 1945 to 1948, then from 1948 on software was loaded by manually setting hundreds of rotary switches.All modern computers can only do one thing without software: start a preloaded bootstrap program running. The bootstrap program is a piece of software (or firmware) that tells the computer how to set itself up, find the OS software, and start the OS software running. This preloaded bootstrap program is either entered manually by the operator at turnon (very rare anymore) or resides as firmware in a ROM loaded at the factory.
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The CMOS contains user-defined settings for the BIOS. The Bios is a program that contains hardware instructions on how to start the computer.
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(These are instructions for the unofficial AKAIO firmware, the instructions for the official firmware may be different. AKAIO can be found at akaio.gbatemp.net ) 1. Select Pokemon Diamond (but don't open it) 2. Go to START -> Cheats 3. Select the cheats you want to use (only use a few at a time), and once done, press select on your DS 4. Open Pokemon Diamond 5. Have fun, you cheater (just kidding)!
Firmware is software installed on an electronic device. It gives instructions for how the device works, similar to a OS such as Windows. Firmware is usually stored in the flash ROM of a device. While ROM stands for "read-only memory," flash ROM can be erased and rewritten because it is a type of flash memory such as a Memory Stick. You may need to update the firmware of certain devices, such as hard drives and video cards in order for them to work with a new operating system or to fix problems they may have. Sometimes manufacturers release firmware updates that simply make their devices work more efficiently and add features. Make sure that once you start a firmware updater, you let the update finish, because most devices will not function if their firmware is not recognized. The PlayStation Portable is one such device that offers firmware upgrades to enhance it's features and stability. Please see this wonderful firmware FAQ. If you ever decide to upgrade to a "homebrew firmware" which is firmware not released by Sony, do it your own risk: http://boards.gamefaqs.com/gfaqs/genmessage.php?board=918340&topic=40931944 I hope this helps Tehee This doesnt tell what u actually use it for
You have an issue with your Zune firmware. Your best action would be to update your Zune to the latest firmware which should deal with the issue of missing songs.
The set of instructions that initializes the motherboard, recognizes connected devices, and starts the boot process is known as the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) or UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) in modern systems. These firmware interfaces perform hardware checks, initialize system components, and locate the bootloader to initiate the operating system. They serve as the bridge between the computer's hardware and its software during the startup process.
The device that provides the boot firmware to start the processor is typically the motherboard's Read-Only Memory (ROM), specifically the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) or UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface). This firmware initializes hardware components and loads the operating system into memory when the computer is powered on. The BIOS/UEFI is essential for the boot process, as it prepares the system for operation by conducting hardware checks and locating the bootable device.