How does hardware works according to software?

Discussion in 'General Hardware' started by hb2901, Jul 22, 2014.

  1. hb2901

    hb2901 Geek Trainee

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    I was wondering how my laptop's moniter turns of after 10 seconds if I set "turn of display after 10 seconds in control panel power options".
    So, we all know that operating system controls everything in a computer but how simple click in settings in operating system actually turns off power supply to the screen.
     
  2. Big B

    Big B HWF Godfather

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    For a crude, basic understanding:
    -The hardware must support a certain function
    -There are several layers of an OS, from the GUI or command line down directly to the hardware itself.
    -Based on the functionality required, appropriate programming on the layer(s) is done.

    That's quick, dirty and very simple understanding as best I can do with my limited knowledge in coding.
     

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