CompTIA A+ Certification Core 2 (220-1102) - Boot Order

The video tutorial explains the concept of boot order in computer systems, particularly when multiple storage devices are present. It covers the types of storage devices, such as hard disk drives, SSDs, optical media, and USB thumb drives, and discusses the importance of setting a boot order in the system setup. The tutorial also demonstrates how to recognize devices in the system setup and configure the boot order using graphical tools. It emphasizes the significance of understanding boot order to avoid unexpected boot scenarios, such as booting into a different operating system.

What is the purpose of a power-on self-test in a computer system?

What types of storage devices are mentioned in the text?

What factors should be considered when determining the boot order of a system?

Why might a user want to boot from a USB thumb drive instead of the regular operating system?

How can you change the boot order in a computer system?

What is the significance of UEFI mode in the boot process?

What issues might arise if the boot order is not set correctly?