Topic - Legacy BIOS vs UEFI – What’s the Difference?

Legacy BIOS vs UEFI – What’s the Difference?

💻 Legacy BIOS vs UEFI – What’s the Difference?

🔹 Legacy BIOS • Older boot system
• Slower startup
• Supports MBR (up to 2TB disks)
• Text-based interface
• Less secure

🔹 UEFI • Modern boot system
• Faster boot time 🚀
• Supports GPT (large disks)
• Graphical interface with mouse support
• Secure Boot for better protection 🔐

✅ Final Verdict:
UEFI is faster, safer, and designed for modern PCs, while Legacy BIOS is mostly found in older systems.

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