COMPUTER SOFTWARE
OPERATING SYSTEMS
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Question
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What is the ‘Power on self-test’ (POST)?
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Program that handles power failures while a computer system is running
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Program that passes control of the operating over to the user
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A routine that checks that the hardware is installed correctly before loading the operating system
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Program that loads the operating system
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The POST (power on self-test) is a set of procedures that a computer runs through each time it is turned on. It ensures that all of the system’s hardware is working properly before trying to load the operating system. If the computer does not pass POST, it will not boot.
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