There are a few things that all computers have in common: they have a Central Processing Unit (CPU), some form of memory, and a way to input information. However, the way these components are organized and operate can differ from one computer to the next. One of the most important distinctions between different types of computers is the type of BIOS they use.
BIOS stands for Basic Input/Output System. It is firmware that is responsible for starting up a computer and loading the operating system. It is located in a chip on the computer’s motherboard. The BIOS also controls other …