What is the name of the non-volatile chip that stores the date, time and system configuration
Correct answer: B. CMOS
- A. RAM
- B. CMOS
- C. Microprocessor
- D. Transistors
Explanation
The CMOS (Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor) chip is a small battery-powered memory chip that stores the date, time, and system configuration settings. This information is crucial when the computer boots up, as it helps the motherboard set up the system and prepare it to load the operating system. The CMOS battery typically lasts for several years, but it eventually needs to be replaced when the stored time starts to reset
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