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What is the primary function of a bootstrap loader?
What is the primary function of a bootstrap loader?
- To compile source code.
- To manage the file system.
- To load the operating system into memory. (correct)
- To handle user input.
Why do I/O devices typically have a waiting queue associated with them?
Why do I/O devices typically have a waiting queue associated with them?
- To manage concurrent requests and handle them in an orderly manner. (correct)
- To prevent memory fragmentation.
- To prioritize CPU-bound processes.
- To optimize disk defragmentation.
Why can multiple processes correspond to the same executable file?
Why can multiple processes correspond to the same executable file?
- To speed up compilation time.
- To reduce the size of the executable file.
- To simplify the debugging process.
- To allow different users to run the same program with different data and contexts. (correct)
What is another common name for a command-line interpreter?
What is another common name for a command-line interpreter?
Under what conditions does an operating system typically switch to another job in a multitasking environment?
Under what conditions does an operating system typically switch to another job in a multitasking environment?
Where are the initial instructions to load the operating system typically stored?
Where are the initial instructions to load the operating system typically stored?
In general, how does virtual memory space compare to physical memory space?
In general, how does virtual memory space compare to physical memory space?
What is the effect of pressing CTRL-C versus CTRL-Z in a command-line interface?
What is the effect of pressing CTRL-C versus CTRL-Z in a command-line interface?
Is concurrent execution of processes possible without multiple processors?
Is concurrent execution of processes possible without multiple processors?
Is Windows 10 considered an open-source operating system?
Is Windows 10 considered an open-source operating system?
How does the operating system handle memory management when multiple processes are running simultaneously?
How does the operating system handle memory management when multiple processes are running simultaneously?
What role does the kernel play in an operating system?
What role does the kernel play in an operating system?
What is the primary purpose of a device driver?
What is the primary purpose of a device driver?
Which scheduling algorithm is known for potentially causing starvation?
Which scheduling algorithm is known for potentially causing starvation?
What is the main advantage of using threads over processes?
What is the main advantage of using threads over processes?
Which of the following is a benefit of using a distributed operating system?
Which of the following is a benefit of using a distributed operating system?
What is the purpose of an interrupt in the context of operating systems?
What is the purpose of an interrupt in the context of operating systems?
What is thrashing, and why does it occur?
What is thrashing, and why does it occur?
What is a race condition in the context of concurrent processes?
What is a race condition in the context of concurrent processes?
What is the role of a system call in operating systems?
What is the role of a system call in operating systems?
Flashcards
Bootstrap Loader
Bootstrap Loader
A small program that loads the operating system into memory, allowing it to begin operation.
I/O Device Waiting Queue
I/O Device Waiting Queue
A waiting line-like structure associated with each input/output device.
Multiple Processes from One Executable
Multiple Processes from One Executable
Multiple processes being loaded and executed from the same program/executable file at a specific instance.
Shell
Shell
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Multitasking Job Switching
Multitasking Job Switching
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OS Loading Instructions Location
OS Loading Instructions Location
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Virtual vs. Physical Memory Space
Virtual vs. Physical Memory Space
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CTRL-C vs CTRL-Z
CTRL-C vs CTRL-Z
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Concurrent Execution on a Single Processor
Concurrent Execution on a Single Processor
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Windows 10 Source
Windows 10 Source
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Study Notes
- The bootstrap loader is a small program which loads the operating system into memory
- The bootstrap loader allows the OS to begin operation
- Every I/O device typically has a waiting queue associated with it.
- Multiple processes can correspond to the same program/executable file at the same time.
- A command line interpreter is also called a shell.
- In multitasking, the operating system switches to another job only when the current job has to wait, such as for I/O.
- The instructions to load the operating system are stored in RAM.
- Virtual memory space is not always smaller than physical memory space.
- CTRL-C terminates a process, while CTRL-Z suspends it.
- Processes can have concurrent execution without requiring multiple processors.
- Windows 10 is not an open-source operating system.
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