Bootloader is best defined as which of the following?
- A. A small program that loads the operating system into memory when a computer starts. ✓
- B. An operating system designed to process data and respond to inputs within a strict, predictable time frame.
- C. An operating system that executes a series of jobs without user interaction, processing them in groups.
- D. The process of moving a process temporarily from main memory to disk to free up memory for other processes.
Correct answer
A. A small program that loads the operating system into memory when a computer starts.
Explanation
Bootloader refers to a small program that loads the operating system into memory when a computer starts.