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What is the purpose of multiprogramming in operating systems?
What is the purpose of multiprogramming in operating systems?
To increase CPU utilization by organizing jobs so that the CPU always has one to execute.
Describe how jobs are managed in a multiprogramming system when main memory is too small.
Describe how jobs are managed in a multiprogramming system when main memory is too small.
Jobs are initially kept on the disk in the job pool, and the operating system keeps several jobs in memory simultaneously.
What is the benefit of multiprogramming for single users with multiple programs running?
What is the benefit of multiprogramming for single users with multiple programs running?
Multiprogramming ensures that either the CPU or I/O devices are kept busy at all times.
Explain the concept of job pool in a multiprogramming system.
Explain the concept of job pool in a multiprogramming system.
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How does multiprogramming contribute to the reliability of computer systems?
How does multiprogramming contribute to the reliability of computer systems?
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