Starting It Up | Technical Support Fundamentals

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1) What is the difference between a ROM chip and a RAM chip? Check all that apply.

Ans:

·         A ROM chip is non-volatile and will keep its data in the case of a power failure. A RAM chip is volatile and will wipe its data in the case of a power failure.

·         A ROM chip stores permanent data. A RAM chip stores temporary data.

2) Where are your BIOS settings stored?

Ans: CMOS chip

3) What is the difference between a traditional BIOS and UEFI? Check all that apply.

Ans:

·         UEFI is meant to become the new standard for BIOS.

·         UEFI has become the default BIOS on new systems.

·         UEFI has better compatibility with newer hardware.

4) Which of these functions does the BIOS perform? Check all that apply.

Ans:

·         POST

·         Initializes hardware

·         Checks what devices are connected to the computer