Multiprogramming in Computer Engineering
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What is the main function of an Operating System?

  • Interfacing between the user and hardware (correct)
  • Executing application programs
  • Managing databases
  • Compiling code

    • Which system type is not mentioned in the text as a category of Operating Systems?

  • Multiprocessor Systems
  • Cloud Systems (correct)
  • Handheld Systems
  • Real-Time Systems

    • What are some examples of computer components mentioned in relation to Operating Systems?

  • Main memory, Disks, Printers (correct)
  • Routers, Servers, Hubs
  • Microphones, Cameras, Headphones
  • Televisions, Blu-ray Players, Gaming Consoles

    • Which of the following is not considered an environment in which an Operating System may operate?

    <p>Accounting software (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of system programs in a computer system?

    <p>Providing basic computing resources (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term best describes the role of an Operating System in coordinating hardware use?

    <p>Controller (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of multiprogramming described in the text?

    <p>Allows for effective use of various resources. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect is NOT a needed feature for multiprogramming as described in the text?

    <p>User interaction capabilities. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a time-sharing system described in the text allow users to do?

    <p>Share one machine among multiple users simultaneously. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a time-sharing system handle job execution and CPU allocation?

    <p>Jobs are continuously swapped between memory and disk. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when a program is waiting for an I/O operation to complete in multiprogramming?

    <p>Another program is executed by the CPU instead. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key feature of multiprogramming?

    <p>Real-time Processing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a multiprogrammed batch system, why are several jobs kept in main memory at the same time?

    <p>To reduce setup time by batching similar jobs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of using multiprogramming in operating systems?

    <p>To keep the CPU busy by executing commands from multiple programs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a multiprogramming system handle the execution of commands from different programs?

    <p>By suspending programs after executing some commands and moving to another program (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the role of the 1401 in the early batch system described in the text?

    <p>Reading a batch of jobs onto tape (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why would a computer system implement automatic job sequencing?

    <p>To reduce CPU idle time (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the resident monitor in a computer system?

    <p>To have initial control before job completion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which processor is used in the Microsoft Windows CE Version 3.0 handheld systems?

    <p>Intel StrongArm (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum RAM capacity in the Microsoft Windows CE Version 3.0 handheld systems?

    <p>32MB (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long can the NiMH rechargeable battery pack in the Microsoft Windows CE Version 3.0 systems last?

    <p>40+ hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of disk is mentioned as part of the Microsoft Windows CE Version 3.0 handheld systems?

    <p>Compact Flash Disk (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which connectivity feature is integrated into the Microsoft Windows CE Version 3.0 handheld systems?

    <p>Ethernet (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Apart from the main components, what else is included with each Microsoft Windows CE Version 3.0 handheld system?

    <p>Screen protectors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main application area for Real-Time Systems mentioned in the text?

    <p>Scientific experiments (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of Hard real-time systems?

    <p>Data stored in short term memory or read-only memory (ROM) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which applications are Soft real-time systems found to be useful?

    <p>Virtual reality (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main issues associated with Handheld Systems as per the text?

    <p>Limited memory, slow processors, small display screens (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of systems often conflict with Hard real-time systems according to the text?

    <p>Time-sharing systems (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which computing environment includes Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) and Cellular telephones?

    <p>Handheld Systems (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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