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Computer Fundamentals · Q433

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Q433

When a computer is first turned on or restarted, a special type of absolute loader is executed, called a

A.
"Compile and Go" loader
B.
Boot loader
C.
Bootstrap loader
Answer
D.
Relating loader
E.
None of the above

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
A bootstrap loader is a program that resides in the computer's EPROM, ROM, or other non-volatile memory. It is automatically executed by the processor when turning on the computer.