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Term: Basic Input Output System

Definition:

The Basic Input Output System (BIOS) is a firmware that is built into a computer's motherboard. It provides low-level control of the hardware and allows the computer to start up and load the operating system.

Sense 1 (Noun):

(computing) A firmware that initializes and controls the hardware components of a computer system, and provides a basic set of instructions for the operating system.

Example sentence: The BIOS of my old computer was outdated, so I updated it to support the latest hardware.

Sense 2 (Noun):

(computing) A utility program that allows users to configure various settings related to hardware components, such as boot order, system time, etc.

Example sentence: I accessed the BIOS settings to change the boot order and prioritize my new solid-state drive.

Sense 3 (Adjective):

(attributive) Referring to something fundamental or essential, lacking complexity or advanced features.

Example sentence: The workshop covers the basic input output system concepts required to understand computer hardware.

Related Products:

• BIOS Firmware
• BIOS Update Tools
• BIOS Configuration Guides