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What is a key characteristic of embedded operating systems regarding their resource utilization?

  • They are designed to have a low resource footprint. (correct)
  • They run all applications in a virtual environment.
  • They optimize for multitasking performance.
  • They require high processing power and large memory capacity.

    • Which multitasking type allocates a specific time slice to tasks and enforces control over resource allocation?

  • Preemptive multitasking (correct)
  • Cooperative multitasking
  • Dynamic multitasking
  • Static multitasking

    • Which of the following is NOT typically a focus of embedded operating systems?

  • Frequent updates and patches (correct)
  • Reliability and stability
  • Customization for specific applications
  • Real-time processing requirements

    • What is the primary purpose of process synchronization in multitasking environments?

    <p>To prevent processes from interfering with each other</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does process scheduling play in an operating system?

    <p>It chooses which processes to execute and in what order.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of device drivers in the context of interrupts?

    <p>To handle interrupts generated by hardware devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when an interrupt occurs?

    <p>The CPU transfers control to the Interrupt Service Routine (ISR)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the Interrupt Descriptor Table (IDT)?

    <p>To store the memory addresses of ISRs for various interrupts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does registering an interrupt handler entail?

    <p>Providing the OS with the memory address of the ISR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential outcome of nested interrupts?

    <p>The ISR of a lower-priority interrupt can be interrupted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why would a device driver mask interrupts?

    <p>To allow critical code sections to execute without interruption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During system initialization, what does the operating system do with the IDT?

    <p>It sets up the IDT with entries for managing ISRs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of device drivers within an operating system?

    <p>To ensure seamless communication between the CPU and connected devices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the 'Plug and Play' functionality?

    <p>It enables automatic device recognition and configuration by the operating system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the abstraction layer provided by device drivers accomplish?

    <p>It allows software to interact with hardware without dealing with implementation specifics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key function of Board I/O Drivers during system boot-up?

    <p>Initializing and configuring the connected hardware.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do device drivers handle data transfer for output devices?

    <p>They convert commands from the OS into a format understood by the hardware.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Interrupt Service Routine (ISR) in a Board I/O Driver?

    <p>To respond to hardware interrupts and ensure timely handling of events.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of power management do device drivers handle?

    <p>They manage the transition of hardware between different power states.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do drivers monitor regarding the status of hardware?

    <p>Malfunctions and operational status to report errors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of an Embedded Operating System?

    <p>It operates within the constraints of embedded systems dedicated to specific tasks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is compliance with standards important for Board I/O Drivers?

    <p>To ensure compatibility with various operating systems and devices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What purpose do device drivers serve in a computer system?

    <p>To act as intermediaries between the operating system and hardware devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following techniques is commonly used by device drivers to ensure data integrity?

    <p>Using mutual exclusion through locks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of acknowledging interrupts in device driver functionality?

    <p>It lets the device know that the interrupt has been processed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main roles of memory device drivers?

    <p>To manage communication between the OS and memory devices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary function of RAM drivers within memory device drivers?

    <p>To manage the allocation and deallocation of memory blocks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the interrupt context in which ISRs operate?

    <p>It imposes restrictions on certain operations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What function do memory drivers serve when it comes to error handling?

    <p>To detect and manage errors related to memory access.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL) in memory device drivers?

    <p>To shield the OS from hardware specifics for portability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of memory drivers control access to read-only memory (ROM)?

    <p>ROM Drivers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of on-board bus device drivers?

    <p>To facilitate communication between the OS and peripheral devices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes plug and play functionality facilitated by device drivers?

    <p>The operating system automatically recognizes and configures devices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do device drivers handle error management?

    <p>By ensuring an appropriate resource allocation among devices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the primary bus driver in a driver stack?

    <p>To manage communication for all devices on the bus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protocol is specifically associated with the I2C bus?

    <p>Inter-IC Communication (I2C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant characteristic of each on-board bus?

    <p>They have unique communication protocols and specifications.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between hardware manufacturers and device drivers?

    <p>Hardware manufacturers develop drivers to ensure compatibility with their products.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of the I2C controller generates clock signals when acting as a bus master?

    <p>Baud rate generator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be initialized to start the I2C bus on the MPC860?

    <p>I2C SDA and SCL pins along with registers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does error handling by device drivers typically involve?

    <p>Reallocating resources to minimize system conflicts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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