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What is the objective of multiprogramming?
The objective of multiprogramming is to have some process running at all times, to maximize CPU utilization.
What is the cycle of process execution consist of?
Process execution consists of a cycle of CPU execution and I/O wait.
In a system with a single CPU core, how many processes can run at a time?
In a system with a single CPU core, only one process can run at a time.
Describe the pattern of CPU burst and I/O burst in process execution.
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What is the main benefit of switching the CPU among processes in multiprogramming?
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