Memory Management in General-purpose Computers
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What is one of the activities involved in memory management?

  • Generating reports
  • Creating user interfaces
  • Monitoring network traffic
  • Allocating and deallocating memory space (correct)

In a timesharing system, what is the primary objective of moving processes and data into and out of memory?

  • To reduce hard disk space
  • To increase network bandwidth
  • To accelerate GPU performance
  • To share the CPU among multiple users (correct)

What is a key function of a multiprogramming system in managing memory?

  • Performing spell checks
  • Designing graphic elements
  • Deciding which processes and data to move into and out of memory (correct)
  • Connecting to external devices

What activity is crucial for keeping track of memory usage in a computer system?

<p>Deciding which parts of memory are in use and by whom (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of an operating system in a computer system?

<p>Act as an intermediary between the user and the computer hardware (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component of a computer system is responsible for managing all available resources?

<p>Operating system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a multiprogramming system, what is the main benefit of allowing multiple programs to run concurrently?

<p>Optimized CPU utilization (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a timesharing system from other types of operating systems?

<p>Efficient utilization of hardware resources (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which feature is a characteristic of a batch processing operating system?

<p>Sequential execution of jobs without user intervention (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key benefit of symmetric clustering in computer systems?

<p>Improved resistance to hardware failures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component plays a crucial role in defining how system resources are utilized to solve computing problems in a computer system?

<p>Application programs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What function does the operating system serve in the context of computer system structure?

<p><strong>Coordinating</strong> the use of hardware among various applications and users (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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