Question

A computer that supports LoJack technology must have two main components installed. It needs an Application Agent (residing in the OS), which sends tracking signals that enable location and recovery of a stolen device. The other component is a Persistence Module, which restores the Application Agent and allows it to survive reinstallation of an operating system or reformatting of the hard drive. The highest level of security offered by LoJack can be achieved when Persistence Module resides in the:

Answer 1

Answer: Computer's BIOS

Explanation:

Following the information given in the question, the highest level of security that is offered by LoJack can be achieved when Persistence Module resides in the computer's BIOS.

The BIOS (basic input/output system) refers to the program which the microprocessor of a computer uses in starting the computer system when the computer is powered on. It should also be noted that the BIOS is used in managing the data flow that exist between the operating system of the computer and the attached devices like the keyboard, hard disk, mouse, etc.