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Chassis ___________ detection - detects any unauthorized access into the interior of your system.
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Permanent software programmed into read-only memory that can directly interact with hardware during the boot up process.
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A string of characters used to verify the identity of a user during the authentication process.
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Drive ________. Software tools to encrypt hard drives, making them inaccessible to thieves.
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CMOS _________ - provides power to maintain BIOS settings and the Real Time Clock
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A type of non-volatile ROM that enables individual bytes of data to be erased and reprogrammed without removing the chip. Full name: Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory
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A set of procedures that a computer runs through each time it is turned on. Ensures that all of the system's hardware is working properly BEFORE trying to load the operating system. Full Name: Power On Self Test
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Memory now integrated on the motherboard that stores the BIOS settings. Full name: Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor
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Process that starts when computer is turned on. Can be warm or cold.
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Replaces the standard basic input/output system (BIOS) with new features including faster startup and improved security. Full Name: Unified Extensible Firmware Interface
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______ boot - starting a computer by pushing the power button when the system has been turned off.
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Must accurately keep time, even when the device is powered off. Gets power from CMOS battery. Full Name: Real Time Clock
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______ boot - restarting the computer while it is already running.
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Motherboard chip that generates and stores cryptographic keys. Full name Trusted Platform Module
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Boot loader executable file that contains data on how the boot process should proceed. Full name: Extensible Firmware Interface
