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BIOS

[ bahy-ohs ]

noun

, Computers.
  1. computer firmware that directs many basic functions of the operating system, as booting and keyboard control.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of BIOS1

First recorded in 1975–80; abbreviation of B(asic) I(nput)/O(utput) S(ystem)

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