is bios update required?

JGriffith9601

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so im new to the PC building scene and i was told from a friend that once my build is actually physically put together the first thing i want to do is flash to bios to the latest version.

Do most people flash the bios for new PC builds? Also is it needed for most boards. Im just trying to see if it's just something you can do if you are having issues with the component compatibility or if it's a must do for optimal functionality.
 
Solution
You flash BIOS only if something is not working right! BIOS flash can brick a board and therefore if every thing is working fine leave it alone.