Cold and dark startup refers to the process of starting a computer system from a powered-off state without relying on any pre-loaded operating system or firmware. This type of startup is typically used in embedded systems, where the system must be able to boot quickly and reliably without the need for user intervention.
To perform a cold and dark startup, the system must have a small amount of firmware pre-programmed into its hardware. This firmware is responsible for initializing the system’s hardware and loading the operating system from non-volatile storage, such as a flash memory chip. Once the operating system is loaded, it takes over control of the system and begins executing user programs.
