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The process of starting a computer and loading the operating system into memory is called ________.

Answer: Booting

Booting is the startup sequence when a computer is powered on. BIOS/UEFI performs POST (Power-On Self-Test), locates boot device, loads bootloader, which then loads the OS kernel into RAM. Cold boot = power-on start; warm boot = restart without power cycle.

Topic Computer Fundamentals
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