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Which software runs immediately after turning on the computer to prepare hardware for use?

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Intro to Computing - How Software Works
Which software runs immediately after turning on the computer to prepare hardware for use?
AApplication software
BBIOS (Basic Input Output System)
COperating system
DUtility software
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand boot process software

    When a computer starts, BIOS runs first to initialize hardware before loading the operating system.

  2. Step 2: Identify correct software

    BIOS is firmware that runs immediately after power-on, distinct from OS or application software.

  3. Final Answer:

    BIOS (Basic Input Output System) -> Option B

  4. Quick Check:

    First software after power-on = BIOS [OK]
Quick Trick: BIOS runs first to start hardware before OS loads [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Choosing OS instead of BIOS
  • Confusing utility software with BIOS

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