Many different programs come with your computer. These programs are designed to make your life easier but can cause problems. Therefore, when you start your computer and open the software, it is essential to know which program starts first so you don’t have any issues.
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Introduction
On a computer, the software is a set of programs that enables the computer to perform specific tasks. When you turn on your computer, the system firmware and boot loader start first, followed by the operating system and any other software you have installed.
The system firmware is stored in read-only memory (ROM) and controls the basic hardware operations of the computer. The boot loader is stored in firmware or on the hard drive and is responsible for loading the operating system. The operating system then takes control of the computer, manages resources, enables user interfaces, and provides a platform for application software.
You can think of the boot process as a chain of events, with each element in the chain dependent on the successful completion of the previous event. If any chain component fails, the entire process stops, and an error message is displayed.
In most cases, you can override the default boot order by changing your system’s BIOS or UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) settings. For example, if you want to boot from a USB drive or CD/DVD instead of your hard drive, you can change the boot order to check these devices before your hard drive.
The BIOS
The BIOS (basic input/output system) is the first software to start when you boot your computer. It is responsible for essential functions like power management, input/output control, and resource assignment. The BIOS is stored in a ROM (read-only memory) chip on the motherboard, so it can be started even if the computer’s operating system is not working.
The BIOS is essential because it initializes the computer’s hardware before handing off control to the operating system. This means that the BIOS must be compatible with all of the computer’s hardware components and any software that needs to be run at a start-up.
If you’re having problems with your computer, one of the first things you can try is resetting the BIOS to its default settings. This can often fix short-term problems like corrupted settings or incorrect configuration. However, you should only change the BIOS settings if you know what you’re doing, as a wrong setting can render your computer unusable.
The Bootloader
The bootloader is responsible for starting the computer and loading the operating system. When you start your computer, the BIOS (Basic Input Output System) starts and loads the bootloader from the computer’s hard drive. The bootloader loads the operating system from the hard drive and starts it up.
The bootloader is also responsible for starting up other software, such as power management and navigation.
The Operating System
An operating system (OS) is a set of software that manages computer hardware resources and provides standard services for computer programs. The operating system is the most critical software in a computer system.
Most personal computers, including the famous Macintosh line, use a graphical user interface (GUI), which allows them to be operated by using a pointing device to click on pictures or icons displayed on the screen rather than by typing commands in a text-based interface. A GUI uses windows, menus, buttons, and pop-up dialog boxes to carry out orders. Many personal computers can also be operated via voice commands.
Drivers and Services
First, your computer’s drivers and services will need to start up. These essential software components allow your system to function and communicate with hardware devices such as your keyboard, mouse, and monitor. Next, your operating system will load from storage into memory. This is where all of your computer’s files and settings are stored. Finally, any programs or applications you have set to start automatically will begin running.
Applications
Applications are the programs or groups you use to perform tasks on your computer, such as word processing, browsing the Internet, or creating spreadsheets. Most applications are written to run on top of an operating system, such as Windows or macOS, which provides the essential services and interfaces the application needs.
Each application has a main program, or “engine,” which performs the core tasks that the application is designed for. This engine is usually surrounded by a layer of code that provides a graphical user interface, or GUI (pronounced “gooey”), making it easy to control the application and see what it’s doing.
Conclusion
Many computer systems are out there, and they all have different operating systems. That means you will have to start a lot of software when you turn on your computer. Depending on the power of your computer, you might be able to start up several programs simultaneously. You can also launch programs by double-clicking on their icons or selecting them from the Start menu.
