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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