BIOS + UEFI Flashcards
1
Q
Firmware
A
Code that finds out if all components within the PC are available, then stabilises them and brings them online.
2
Q
BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)
A
- Limited to 4 partitions
- Limited to 2TB
- Uses an MBR
3
Q
UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface)
A
- Up to 128 partitions
- Up to 9 zettabytes
- Faster boot times
- Uses a GPT to locate and boot the OS
- Implements secure boot
4
Q
Boot Security
A
- Set password
- Chassis Intrusion Detection
- Trusted Platform Module (TPM)[secure boot]
5
Q
Monitoring
A
- Voltages
- Timings
- Fans
- Temperature