The BIOS executes a series of tests, collectively called the ____, which check the various system components including the buses, system clock, adapter cards, RAM chips, mouse, keyboard, and drives.
A) boot
B) preemption
C) POST
D) UNIX

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The series of tests performed by the BIOS during startup are collectively known as the POST (Power-On Self-Test). The POST checks the various hardware components in the system and ensures they are functioning correctly before handing control over to the operating system for further processing. Choices A, B, and D are not correct in this context.

The BIOS Executes a Series of Tests, Collectively Called the ____