The very fact that users see a boot up sequence goes against the idea that the PC should be as transparent as possible to its user. I guess since they know its

The very fact that users see a boot up sequence goes against the idea that the PC should be as transparent as possible to its user. I guess since they know its going to take them so long before its ready to go, they show you something instead of a blank screen while its getting ready. Tablets and smartphones have shortened this preparation time enough that you're good to go almost instantly.