Updating your motherboard BIOS isn’t something most people think about–and given the risks of a failed update, it’s easy to see why many people avoid it. If it fails, the motherboard gets “bricked,” ...

There are certain computer tasks that even professional technicians don't like tackling. For myself, one of the most nerve-wracking was updating a computer's BIOS. The BIOS is like a primitive ...

The first easy step is to reset the CMOS and see if it helps you boot into Windows. To reset or clear CMOS, follow these steps: Force shut down your computer by pressing and holding the power button.

No one who assembles a PC or sets up a new computer can avoid the BIOS or UEFI. That’s where you define the basics, from the boot sequence and memory profiles to security features like Secure Boot.