Capterra Glossary
GRUB (GRand Unified Bootloader)
GRUB is an acronym for grand unified bootloader. A bootloader is a program that loads a computerʻs operating system into the computerʻs memory, allowing users to load programs on their operating system of choice. GRUB is a popular type of bootloader, typically used on Unix-like systems, due to its flexible configuration capabilities that allow users to select the operating system or environment they would like to use on their computer system.
What Small and Midsize Businesses Need to Know About GRUB (GRand Unified Bootloader)
Small and midsize businesses that use Unix or Linux operating systems typically use GRUB to load and manage the computer booting process. GRUB helps initialize the entirety of a Unix-like operating system, including the operating systemʻs display manager, shell, and desktop environment.
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