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Fast-load approaches for embedded apps let developers give BIOS the boot.

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Title: Fast-load approaches for embedded apps let developers give BIOS the boot.
Authors: Szczuka, Gerhard1 Gerhard.szczuka@kontron.com, Biron, Ben2 BBiron@qnx.com
Source: Electronic Engineering Times (01921541). 10/26/2009, Issue 1570, p41-43. 3p. 2 Color Photographs.
Subject Terms: *Computer input-output equipment, Embedded computer systems -- Programming, Systems programming (Computer science), Program transformation
Company/Entity: Intel Corp. 047897855 INTC
Abstract: The article focuses on approaches for systems designers to develop fast, basic input/output system (BIOS)-less boot for embedded applications. It states that a solution to improve boot times further is to eliminate the BIOS boot portions that are not required for a particular embedded application. It also mentions that researchers at Intel Corp. listed some ways to reduce boot times such as tailoring the BIOS for a specific embedded system, and enabling the Intel SpeedStep technology.
Database: Business Source Index
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ISSN:01921541