Bootloader
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引导加载程序
Bootloader · N/A · 引导加载程序 · BOOT-loh-der · boot loader · boot manager · Operating Systems · boot · startup · systemOperating Systemsboot loader boot manager/BOOT-loh-der/
Also known as: boot loader, boot manager
Last updated August 9, 2026
Definition
A bootloader is the small program that starts after firmware and loads the operating system kernel into memory.
Real-World Example
GRUB on Linux or Windows Boot Manager chooses which OS to start on a dual-boot PC.
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