Your PC doesn’t immediately launch into Windows when you first turn it on; first it must run a more rudimentary bit of code called the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System). The BIOS code is stored on a ...

Sometimes, we need to enter our system BIOS. The reasons for this can be troubleshooting errors or installing a new operating system. Every computer has a dedicated key to access the BIOS. This key is ...

The basic input/output system, stored to a flash memory chip embedded in the ASUS motherboard, tests, detects and configures the hardware devices connected to the PC. Administrators can access the ...

Just built out a new desktop PC, or upgraded some key components? Getting to know these four key UEFI BIOS features will help you make sure everything’s running up to snuff. Years back, when a small ...

Other than securing your local account with a password or a PIN, one can set and use BIOS or UEFI passwords on their Windows computer. In this post, we see how you can set up an Administrator or ...

If you're wondering what your computer's BIOS or UEFI is, and whether or not you need to update it, you've come to the right place. I'll explain what these terms mean, what these pieces of software do ...

The Basic Input Output System controls your computer before the operating system is launched. It's responsible for starting the correct hardware and booting the operating system correctly. By ...

To operate within the BIOS environment, it is imperative to know these keys well so that you can use the system with ease. When using BIOS, the mouse option is disabled and you will only be allowed to ...

Your BIOS has many mysteries, one being how to get into it in the first place. In this Daily Feature, Ken Dwight gives you the open sesame you need to enter this secret passageway. When you need to ...

Open Command Prompt or PowerShell and enter "wmic bios get serialnumber" to find your PC's serial number. Windows and System ...