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power-on self test

Abbreviated POST, a diagnostic testing sequence run by a computer��s BIOS as the computer��s power is initially turned on. The POST will determine if the computer��s RAM, disk drives, peripheral devices and other hardware components are properly working. If the diagnostic determines that everything is in working order, the computer will continue to boot.



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