22 Questions
In a clustered system, what is a characteristic of asymmetric clustering?
One machine in hot-standby mode
What is the purpose of multiprogramming in operating system structures?
Organize jobs so CPU always has one to execute
Which type of multiprocessing architecture involves multiple systems working together?
Clustered Systems
What is a key feature of symmetric clustering in multiprocessor systems?
Nodes monitoring each other
Which memory layout technique allows execution of processes not completely in memory?
Virtual memory
What is a distinguishing characteristic of multiprogramming in operating systems?
CPU scheduling to switch between jobs
What is the purpose of caching in a computer system?
To increase the speed of data access by storing frequently accessed data in a faster storage system
In the storage hierarchy, what factors are typically considered when organizing storage systems?
Speed, cost, and volatility
What is the role of a device driver in a computer system?
To manage I/O operations for each device controller
What are some advantages of multiprocessor systems?
Increased throughput and increased reliability
What is another name for a multiprocessor system?
Parallel system
In symmetric multiprocessing systems, how are tasks typically distributed among the processors?
Tasks are distributed dynamically among available processors
What is the main responsibility of the I/O subsystem?
Memory management of I/O
Which part of memory management involves deciding which processes or data to move into and out of memory?
Deciding which processes to move in/out of memory
What is a common activity related to storage management?
Creating and deleting files and directories
In the context of mass-storage management, what is an example of tertiary storage?
Magnetic tape
What does an operating system perform as part of file-system management?
Creating and deleting files and directories
Which environment involves separate systems networked together, with networks like LANs and WANs?
Distributed Environment
What is an example of a common security concern related to computing systems?
Denial-of-service attacks
In a computing environment, what describes Peer-to-Peer systems?
'Client' and 'Server' roles are not distinguished
What distinguishes real-time embedded systems from other computing environments?
'Real-time OS with fixed time constraints'
What is the function of a process in an operating system?
Program execution in the system
Test your knowledge on the concepts of Asymmetric Multiprocessing, Symmetric Multiprocessing, UMA, NUMA, multi-chip systems, multicore systems, and clustered systems. This quiz covers various architectures used in multiprocessing systems.
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