4. BIOS

• What is a BIOS?

  • Basic input/output system

  • Built into the PC:

    • BIOS software stored permanently^(*) on a ROM chip on the motherboard

  • The first code run when a PC is powered on

  • Identify system devices

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  ^(*) In modern computers BIOS chip can be rewritten, allowing BIOS software to be upgraded.