In one of my previous posts I explained how to replace a lithium battery. The battery manages the time on the computer and retains the CMOS settings. Today I'd like to reflect on the puzzling issue that occurs when objects move really fast and how computers are affected by that. The original idea was brought forward by Einstein with the general theory of relativity and is discussed by physicists the world over to this day. So what happens to the CMOS at speed. To be totally honest grasping the concept of relativity is mind blowing. Simply accepting it like I accept the sun rises is much easier. Even so curiosity gets the better of me and so the question is asked. Lets lay out the facts 1. CMOS battery keeps up the time 2. It also maintain the BIOS settings 3. Basic settings are held in Read more [...]