Computer makers are working on bringing instant-on computing closer to reality . Makers of PCs ' basic input/output systems ( BIOS ) promise much faster boot times . One maker says its latest version of BIOS can boot in just about a second . Comment:
Computer makers are working on bringing instant-on computing closer to reality . Makers of PCs ' basic input/output systems ( BIOS ) promise much faster boot times . One maker says its latest version of BIOS can boot in just about a second . Consumers now expect instant response from many of their electronics devices .