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master boot recordThe first sector on the hard disk, which directs the computer to the location of the operating system. See boot sector. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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By operating on the disk sector level, the program backs up everything-system files, master boot record (MBA), partition tables and all user data-with no regard to their content or structure. It infects the boot sector on a floppy disk and spreads to a user's hard drive and can infect the master boot record (MBR) on a hard drive. Phoenix is also leading the industry with its ability to provide master boot record authentication at the firmware level, which will prevent tampering of the operating system or the hard disk. |
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