Battle brews over unlocking PC secrets

No_Style · Apr 5, 2005, 10:17 PM

As computer makers move to embed security features deep within PCs, a fight is erupting over a rarely noticed but crucial piece of system software.

The construction and installation of the BIOS--the basic input/output system that underlies all other applications--are closely guarded by a small number of PC makers, such as Dell, and speciality BIOS programming companies for hire.

Now, for the first time, some critics want to force the industry to abandon its hallmark secrecy. As the BIOS becomes more powerful, these critics argue, consumers must be allowed to freely develop their own alternatives to ensure that they keep control of their devices--and that means they need unfettered access to information.
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airart1 · Mar 10, 2009, 01:00 AM

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**dj_stick** · Mar 10, 2009, 01:01 AM

ancient news - almost four years old!

closed.

Apr 5, 2005, 10:17 PM	#1
No_Style Styleless Wonder Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ottawa, Ontario Posts: 6,034 Rep Power: 0	Battle brews over unlocking PC secrets As computer makers move to embed security features deep within PCs, a fight is erupting over a rarely noticed but crucial piece of system software. The construction and installation of the BIOS--the basic input/output system that underlies all other applications--are closely guarded by a small number of PC makers, such as Dell, and speciality BIOS programming companies for hire. Now, for the first time, some critics want to force the industry to abandon its hallmark secrecy. As the BIOS becomes more powerful, these critics argue, consumers must be allowed to freely develop their own alternatives to ensure that they keep control of their devices--and that means they need unfettered access to information. _______________ Read More/Source: C\|Net Tech News __________________ "The Best Style Is No Style" Specifications Here

Mar 10, 2009, 01:00 AM	#2
airart1 DriverHeaven Newbie Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 1 Rep Power: 0	Re: Battle brews over unlocking PC secrets thanks , got some good info good to be here...airart1