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Operating Systems Chapter 1 Overview Quiz

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What are the two approaches discussed for handling interrupts?

Use a priority scheme and avoid handling interrupts

Enable interrupts and use a priority scheme

Disable interrupts and use a priority scheme (correct)

Disable interrupts and avoid handling interrupts

In the context of interrupt processing, what does 'nested interrupt processing' refer to?

Processing interrupts concurrently (correct)

Processing interrupts one after the other

Processing interrupts in a strict sequence

Ignoring interrupts during processing

What is the significance of memory keeping up with the processor?

Reducing the need for memory capacity

Ensuring efficient communication between memory and processor (correct)

Avoiding memory overload

Preventing the processor from becoming slow

What are the design constraints on a computer's memory?

Memory capacity, performance, and cost Signup and view all the answers

What relationship does the text highlight between access time and cost per bit in memory?

Faster access time leads to higher cost per bit Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the impact of greater memory capacity on cost per bit?

Greater capacity leads to higher cost per bit Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a priority scheme for handling interrupts?

To handle interrupts based on their importance or urgency Signup and view all the answers

What does the Mean time to repair (MTTR) measure?

The average time it takes to repair or replace a faulty element Signup and view all the answers

In the context of faults, what is defined as a defect in a hardware device or component?

Component failure Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor affecting the outcome of programs sharing memory?

Order of scheduling programs Signup and view all the answers

Which concept refers to the probability of correct operation up to a certain time given correct operation at the start?

Reliability measures Signup and view all the answers

What can cause a fault according to the IEEE Standards Dictionary?

Program error Signup and view all the answers

What does Availability measure in a system?

Fraction of time system is available to service users requests Signup and view all the answers

In the context of faults, what does a standard state about how faults manifest themselves?

An incorrect step, process, or data definition Signup and view all the answers