8 Questions
What is responsible for selecting processes from scheduling queues for execution?
Short-term scheduler
Which scheduler must select a new process for the CPU frequently?
Short-term scheduler
What is the primary distinction between the long-term and short-term schedulers?
Frequency of execution
Where are processes kept for later execution in a batch system?
Mass-storage device
Which type of scheduler can afford to take more time to decide which process should be selected for execution?
Long-term scheduler
What is the role of the long-term scheduler in the process hierarchy?
Loading processes into memory for execution
How frequently does the short-term scheduler typically execute in a batch system?
At least once every 100 milliseconds
What is the distinguishing factor between I/O bound and CPU bound processes?
Resource usage pattern
Learn about the differences between nonpreemptive and preemptive scheduling in operating systems. Explore how processes are allocated CPU under nonpreemptive scheduling and the hardware requirements for preemptive scheduling.
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