Which firmware holds the startup instructions for a computer?

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6 Aug 2018
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28 May 2026

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Explanation

The Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) is the firmware responsible for initializing hardware during the booting process and loading the operating system. POST is a diagnostic test, CMOS stores configuration settings, and DIOS is not a standard term.

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