Operating System Process Control Block (PCB)
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What is the primary objective of multiprogramming?

  • To minimize the context switch time by reducing the complexity of the OS and PCB
  • To maximize CPU utilization by running multiple processes simultaneously (correct)
  • To allocate I/O devices to multiple processes efficiently
  • To prioritize process scheduling based on accounting information

    • What is the main purpose of the process scheduler?

  • To prioritize process scheduling based on CPU usage and time limits
  • To allocate memory to processes efficiently
  • To manage I/O devices and open files
  • To switch the CPU among processes frequently to facilitate user interaction (correct)

    • What is stored in the CPU registers?

  • I/O status information and open files
  • Priorities and scheduling queue pointers
  • Contents of all process-centric registers (correct)
  • Memory allocated to the process

    • What is the impact of a more complex OS and PCB on the context switch?

    <p>It increases the context switch time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information is stored in the accounting information component of the PCB?

    <p>CPU used, clock time elapsed since start, and time limits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the process scheduler?

    <p>Selecting the next process for execution on the CPU core</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of queue holds processes that are waiting for an event to occur?

    <p>Wait queue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of saving the state of the old process and loading the saved state for the new process?

    <p>Context switching</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a Process Identifier (PID)?

    <p>To identify and manage processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a process creating several new processes via the create-process system call?

    <p>A tree of processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the OS to change a CPU from its current task and run a kernel routine?

    <p>Interrupts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average waiting time in the given example?

    <p>3.8</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key principle behind the Shortest-Job-First (SJF) scheduling algorithm?

    <p>Selecting the process with the smallest execution time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate the Turn Around Time?

    <p>Turn Around Time = Completion Time – Arrival Time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to a process in the Round Robin (RR) scheduling algorithm if it does not relinquish the CPU before its time quantum expires?

    <p>It is preempted and another process is scheduled</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the sending process in a non-blocking send operation?

    <p>It sends the message and resumes operation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Average Turn Around Time calculated as in the given example?

    <p>(13 + 2 + 22 + 3 + 6)/5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of a bounded capacity queue?

    <p>It has a finite length of n.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a stub in a remote procedure call (RPC)?

    <p>To act as a client-side proxy for the actual procedure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main benefit of multithreaded applications in terms of responsiveness?

    <p>Ability to respond quickly to user input.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between a connection-oriented and a connectionless socket?

    <p>The reliability of the data transmission.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the renderer process in the Google Chrome browser?

    <p>To render web pages and deal with HTML, JavaScript.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of an interpreter?

    <p>To execute the next user-specified command</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when a process issues an I/O request?

    <p>It is placed in an I/O queue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the scheduler process?

    <p>Does not interrupt a running process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate the Turn Around Time?

    <p>Completion Time – Arrival Time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is cloud computing?

    <p>A type of computing that delivers computing, storage, and even applications as a service across a network</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the program that is run when the computer is powered up called?

    <p>Bootstrap program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Multiprogramming and Process Scheduling

    • The primary objective of multiprogramming is to maximize CPU utilization by managing multiple processes concurrently, thereby reducing idle time.
    • The process scheduler is responsible for determining which process runs at any given time in the system, optimizing CPU time among processes.

    CPU Registers and Process Control Block (PCB)

    • CPU registers store essential information for the CPU to process tasks, such as instruction pointers, status flags, and data inputs.
    • A more complex operating system (OS) and an intricate PCB may increase the overhead during context switching, leading to performance degradation.

    Accounting Information in PCB

    • The accounting information component of the PCB includes data like CPU usage time, memory usage, I/O status, and process IDs, aiding in resource management.

    Process Scheduling Functions

    • The primary function of the process scheduler is to allocate CPU time to processes based on scheduling algorithms, ensuring fairness and efficiency.
    • Processes waiting for an event are held in a wait queue, allowing the system to manage resources effectively until the event occurs.

    Context Switching and Process IDs

    • Context switching involves saving the current process state and loading the state of a new process, allowing the CPU to switch tasks seamlessly.
    • A Process Identifier (PID) uniquely identifies a process in the system, ensuring clarity in process management.

    Creating New Processes

    • When a process creates new processes using the create-process system call, it may lead to a process tree, impacting resource allocation and management.

    OS Interrupts

    • An OS is triggered to change the CPU's current task by external events such as interrupts or system calls requiring kernel routine execution.

    Scheduling Algorithms

    • The key principle behind the Shortest-Job-First (SJF) scheduling algorithm is prioritizing shorter tasks to minimize average waiting time and improve throughput.
    • Turn Around Time (TAT) can be calculated by subtracting the process's arrival time from its completion time.

    Round Robin Scheduling

    • In the Round Robin (RR) scheduling algorithm, if a process does not yield the CPU before its time quantum expires, it returns to the end of the queue, delaying its execution.
    • In a non-blocking send operation, the sending process continues executing without waiting for the recipient to receive the message.

    Average Turn Around Time

    • Average Turn Around Time can be calculated by summing the Turn Around Times of all processes and dividing by the total number of processes.

    Queue Characteristics and Remote Procedure Call (RPC)

    • A bounded capacity queue has a limited number of allowed processes, preventing overflow and resource exhaustion.
    • A stub in a remote procedure call (RPC) acts as a placeholder for a procedure that handles communication between client and server.

    Multithreading Advantages

    • Multithreaded applications enhance responsiveness by allowing multiple tasks to be executed concurrently, improving user experience and resource utilization.

    Socket Types

    • The main difference between connection-oriented and connectionless sockets lies in their communication methods; connection-oriented sockets establish a connection before data transfer, while connectionless sockets communicate without prior establishment.

    Google Chrome Renderer Process

    • The renderer process in Google Chrome is tasked with rendering web pages, executing JavaScript, and displaying visual content in isolation from other processes for stability.

    Interpreter Functionality

    • The main function of an interpreter is to execute high-level programming language code line-by-line, translating it into machine code for immediate execution.

    I/O Requests and Schedulers

    • When a process issues an I/O request, it transitions to a waiting state until the requested operation is completed, freeing up the CPU for other tasks.
    • The role of the scheduler process is to manage process execution and prioritization, ensuring efficient CPU usage.

    Cloud Computing Definition

    • Cloud computing refers to the delivery of computing services over the internet, enabling flexible resources and scalable solutions for users.

    Boot Program

    • The program executed when the computer is powered up is known as the bootloader or BIOS, initializing hardware and loading the operating system.

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    This quiz covers the components of a Process Control Block (PCB) in Operating Systems, including program counter, CPU registers, scheduling information, and more. Test your understanding of PCB and its role in process management. Learn about the context switch and its impact on the OS.

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