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BIOS

Pronunciation: /ˈbʌɪɒs/
Definition of BIOS

noun

Computing
  • a set of computer instructions in firmware which control input and output operations.

Origin:

acronym from Basic Input-Output System

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Definition of BIOS in the US English dictionary
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