Understand the Linux boot process and discover at which critical stage (BIOS, Bootloader, Kernel) the bootloaders LILO and GRUB take charge. Gain valuable knowledge for the CHFI exam.
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Question
Linux operating system has two types of typical bootloaders namely LILO (Linux Loader) and GRUB (Grand Unified Bootloader). In which stage of the booting process do the bootloaders become active?
A. Bootloader Stage
B. Kernel Stage
C. BootROM Stage
D. BIOS Stage
Answer
D. BIOS Stage
Explanation
During the Power-On Self Test (POST), the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) searches for a boot loader program on the designated boot device. This boot loader, which can be LILO or GRUB in the case of Linux, is then loaded into memory and executed, handing over control of the boot process.
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