Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bootable
Adjective
/ˈbuːtəbl/
Definition
Capable of being used to start or boot a computer’s operating system.
Examples
- The USB drive is bootable, allowing you to install the operating system.
- Make sure the image file is bootable before creating the disk.
- We need a bootable DVD to restore the system from the backup.
Meaning
The term ‘bootable’ refers to a storage medium, such as a hard drive, USB flash drive, or CD/DVD, that contains the necessary files and configurations to initiate the booting process of a computer.
Synonyms
- launchable
- startable
- bootable media
