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    New to SysOpt.com

    Hello all,

    I've spent a few days (more than a few hours!) reading through these threads, and I can definately say WOW!! Great information, great discussions, super Knowledgeable people!

    I've got a million questions - but I'll just ask one, for now - what is the reason for flashing the BIOS?

    Thanks to my new self-described computer geek of a friend (hehe), i've got some idea, but would LOVE to hear more about it!

    Thanks to all!

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    Anime Otaku RobRich's Avatar
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    Welcome to SysOpt!

    The Basic Input/Output System provides the roadmap to all computer operations for each of the various subsystems. Most motherboard vendors release BIOS updates on a regular basis, as each new version typically offers improved performance, stability, or compatibility.

    Related SysOpt articles:

    http://www.sysopt.com/biosdef.html

    http://www.sysopt.com/articles/recoverbios/index.html

    Hope this helps,
    Robert Richmond

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    Evil Lurks NDD's Avatar
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    Cool, your first question here got answered by the smartest man here
    You rule, Rob !

    Best Regards ...

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    Welcome!


    Just remember that all the answers given to your questions will likely help someone else reading the forums. I know most of what I have learned here has been from the answers to other peoples questions. Ask away!

    J
    Smile often! It makes people wonder what your up to.....

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    hardware editor's pet...hardware editor's pet...
    Just Joking... GLAD to have you here with us!!!
    --edwelly
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    you will miss out of some of life's many disappointments...

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    Ultimate Member Brangwen's Avatar
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    Yes, Mel, "Welcome to SysOpt!"

    I notice you're also from Plymouth! Good question about flashing the BIOS. You came to the right place.

    Brangwen

    PS: Now you can dry your feet!

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    Senior Member club_med's Avatar
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    Hey there, welcome to Sysopt

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    Senior Member Beemer's Avatar
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    Welcome to SysOpt.
    All you need now is a silly little avatar. (The graphic under our names)

    Then you'll look like one of us!

    Cheers!

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