Articles tagged: BIOS

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How Do I Boot From a USB Thumb Drive?

UEFI has made booting from something other than the hard drive more complex. I'll review why, and what steps to take.

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Why Can’t I Boot From an SD Card?

You probably can boot from an SD card, but it's likely to be more cumbersome than just using a USB thumb drive.

My Computer Does Nothing When Turned On; How Do I Fix It? Something to Look at, and Something to Listen To

My Computer Does Nothing When Turned On; How Do I Fix It? Something to Look at, and Something to Listen To

A computer that does nothing when you turn it on can be very difficult to diagnose. Spinning disks and blinking lights don't mean as much as you might think.

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Can Malware Survive If I Reset My PC?

It's possible for malware to be difficult or nearly impossible to remove. It's also extremely rare.

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Tip of the Day: Make Sure You Can Boot from Rescue Media

Why UEFI?

UEFI is a replacement for the original BIOS that’s been running computers for almost a quarter of a century. UEFI allows manufacturers to take advantage of the security capabilities of the machines they produce.

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Do I Need to Update My BIOS Regularly?

Your system BIOS is software, but updating it regularly may not be appropriate. Updating it to fix a bug, of course, would be.

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How Do I Boot from CD/DVD?

Most computers with a CD or DVD drive can boot from that drive, but it frequently takes a small configuration change in the computer's BIOS.

A person sitting comfortably at a modern desk with a sleek computer in front of them. The room is bright and inviting, with soft natural light streaming through a window. The computer screen shows a mix of tasks: a spellcheck correction, an open dictionary website, and a calendar. The person looks relaxed and thoughtful, symbolizing technology as a helpful tool rather than a burden. In the background, there are handwritten notes and books, subtly indicating a blend of traditional and modern tools. The scene conveys productivity, balance, and calm focus in a digital age.

Are Humans Getting More Stupid Because of Computers?

Computers make many things easier. I allow technology to help with many things that I used to have to remember or learn, freeing my time for other things.