The Basic Input Output System is the software responsible for starting your operating system and computer's hardware. The BIOS is firmware built into the computer and isn't associated with the ...

The basic input/output system manages the operation of hardware in the HP Compaq dc7800. The PC allows users to make changes to the BIOS to alter how the computer and ...

[Dogbert] took a look at the security that goes into BIOS passwords on many laptops. He starts off with a little background about how the systems work. People are bound to forget their passwords, so ...

The BIOS password is stored in a non-volatile memory, which can be cleared. Doing so clears the password too, allowing you to reset it. Here are several methods that you can use to recover your BIOS ...

October 29, 2010 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google Whether you bought it on eBay and it came pre-locked or you set your BIOS password so long ago you can't ...

Two quick tips for getting past a lost BIOS password Your email has been sent A user has set a BIOS password and then forgotten it. Now the computer won't move past ...

Your PC likely asks for your username and password to grant access to Windows, a nice security measure, but ineffective if someone has physical access to your hard ...

We like to joke about percussive maintenance when we talk about tools and technology. A good swift hit with a hammer can fix a lot of issues, right? Well, one researcher out of New Zealand found it ...

The big picture: Computers with a password-locked BIOS can be a bit of a hassle. While the intention of the feature is to ensure the privacy and security of the device, passwords can be easily ...