The __________ is a program whose function is to start the computer-software…

2025

The __________ is a program whose function is to start the computer-software when power is turned on.

  1. A.

    Dynamic RAM

  2. B.

    Static RAM

  3. C.

    Read Only Memory

  4. D.

    Bootstrap Loader

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Correct answer: D

When power is turned on, the computer needs a program to initialize hardware and load the operating system. This initial program is known as the Bootstrap Loader, which resides in firmware like ROM or EEPROM.

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