uefi vs bios Flashcards
What are UEFI’s size advantages over BIOS?
UEFI supports larger drives (up to 9.4 zettabytes) with GPT, while BIOS is limited to 2.2 TB due to MBR.
How does UEFI boost boot speed?
UEFI runs in 32-bit/64-bit modes, improving boot speed by efficiently using system resources.
Why is UEFI’s interface user-friendlier?
UEFI offers a graphical interface with mouse support, making setup more intuitive.
Explain UEFI’s security feature, Secure Boot.
Secure Boot allows only verified drivers and services, preventing malware during boot. And requires drivers and kernels to have a digital signature to counter piracy.
How does UEFI’s GPT differ from BIOS’s MBR?
UEFI uses GPT, enabling larger drives and more partitions compared to BIOS’s MBR.
What’s UEFI’s advantage in handling multiple OS?
UEFI’s boot manager manages multiple OS on one drive, letting users choose at startup.
Why is UEFI’s system info more detailed?
UEFI provides comprehensive hardware and firmware details, aiding troubleshooting.
What modern tech does UEFI support?
UEFI supports USB 3.0, NVMe, and PCIe, improving performance over BIOS.
What’s the significance of UEFI’s network boot support?
UEFI’s network boot support streamlines remote OS deployment, maintenance, and recovery, ensuring consistency, scalability, and flexibility in system management.