Process Scheduling Strategies Quiz

What is the main task of the Long-Term Scheduler?

Which of the following is NOT a scheduling objective mentioned in the text?

Which scheduler is responsible for selecting jobs from the pool (secondary memory) and maintaining them in the ready queue?

What is the goal of the Long-Term Scheduler?

Which type of scheduler decides which process to run on the system?

What is one of the responsibilities of the OS scheduler mentioned in the text?

Why is it important to maximize CPU utilization?

What does a high throughput indicate?

Why is it important to minimize waiting time in CPU scheduling?

What is the significance of maximizing throughput in batch processing systems?

How does minimizing turnaround time impact user satisfaction?

In CPU scheduling, why is it crucial to prioritize response time?

Which CPU scheduling algorithm aims to reduce response time for tasks that require immediate attention?

Which criterion measures the amount of time a task or process waits in the ready queue before being processed by the CPU?

What is the main goal of multilevel queue scheduling in operating systems?

Which type of processes are typically given the highest priority in the multilevel queue architecture?

What are batch processes in the context of multilevel queue scheduling?

Which queue is prioritized for interactive processes that need quick system responses?

Why are system processes like device drivers and interrupt handlers placed in the System Queue?

In multilevel queue scheduling, what is the purpose of sorting processes into different queues?

Which processes are executed before other types of processes in the multilevel queue architecture?

What is the major difference between interactive and batch processes in multilevel queue scheduling?

'Foreground Queue' in multilevel queue scheduling is primarily used for which type of processes?

'Real-time Queue' in multilevel queue scheduling is reserved for which kind of processes?

What is one advantage of using MLFQ scheduling in real-time systems?

In what scenario is MLFQ commonly used to enhance the user experience?

What is a key feature of MLFQ scheduling that allows it to optimize CPU utilization?

What is one disadvantage of MLFQ scheduling mentioned in the text?

How does MLFQ scheduling handle background tasks like listening to audio or communicating?

What is a characteristic of MLFQ scheduling that makes it challenging to implement compared to simpler techniques?

What is the primary function of the Long-Term scheduler?

What can happen if the Short-Term scheduler selects a job with a long CPU burst time?

Which scheduler is responsible for removing processes from memory and handling swapped out-processes?

In CPU scheduling, what is the importance of maximizing CPU utilization and throughput?

What role do CPU scheduling algorithms play in ensuring fairness in multi-user environments?

Which criterion measures the percentage of time the CPU is busy processing a task?

What happens if the Short-Term scheduler makes a mistake in selecting work?

How does the Medium-Term scheduler contribute to reducing the degree of multiprogramming?

What is the main purpose of assigning priorities to queues in multilevel queue scheduling?

In multilevel queue scheduling, what happens if a process keeps getting assigned to a lower-priority queue and never gets a chance to run?

What benefit does multilevel queue scheduling provide for interactive processes?

Why is careful selection of scheduling algorithms and priorities essential in multilevel queue scheduling?

What is a major drawback of using multiple queues in multilevel queue scheduling?

How does multilevel feedback queue scheduling differ from multilevel queue scheduling?

What is the purpose of having shorter delay periods for higher priority queues in MLFQ?

What is the formula for calculating waiting time in the SJN algorithm?

What is a disadvantage of the SJN algorithm?

In Priority Scheduling, what happens when a higher priority task arrives while a lower priority task is being executed?

What is a common disadvantage of the Preemptive Priority CPU Scheduling Algorithm?

In Shortest Remaining Time First (SRTF), what happens if short processes are continually added?

What does Round Robin CPU Scheduling algorithm focus on?

Which scheduling algorithm is based on the concept of 'First come, first serve'?

Which scheduling algorithm is known for supporting both preemptive and non-preemptive CPU scheduling?

What is a disadvantage of First-Come, First-Served (FCFS) Scheduling?

In SJN scheduling, what happens if two processes have the same burst time?

What distinguishes Preemptive SJN from Non-Preemptive SJN scheduling?

Which scheduling algorithm is known for its simplicity and ease of implementation?

What factor contributes to the inefficiency of First-Come, First-Served (FCFS) Scheduling?

What is the main goal of the Long-Term Scheduler?

Which type of scheduler primarily handles process scheduling in various ways?

What is the primary function of the Short-Term Scheduler?

What does the OS scheduler govern regarding tasks in the ready and run queues?

Which criterion mainly characterizes the responsibility of Schedulers in process scheduling?

Why is it important to minimize turnaround time in CPU scheduling?

Which scheduling algorithm is effective in batch processing systems for completing shorter jobs first?

What is the significance of minimizing waiting time in CPU scheduling?

Which criterion measures the number of tasks completed within a specific period?

Why is it crucial to minimize response time in CPU scheduling?

What is one potential consequence of the Short-Term scheduler selecting a job with a long CPU burst time?

What is the main role of the Medium-Term scheduler?

How does the Long-Term scheduler's speed compare to that of the Short-Term scheduler?

What happens if a suspended process in the Medium-Term scheduler makes an I/O request?

Why is efficient resource utilization important in CPU scheduling?

What is a major drawback of Preemptive Shortest Job Next (SJN) scheduling compared to Non-Preemptive SJN scheduling?

Which statement best describes the Convoy effect as it relates to First-Come, First-Served (FCFS) scheduling?

What is a key difference between Shortest Remaining Time and Shortest Job Next scheduling algorithms?

What is the primary challenge of implementing Multilevel Queue scheduling in comparison to Round Robin (RR) scheduling?

How can the 'Convoy effect' observed in First-Come, First-Served (FCFS) scheduling be alleviated?

What is a characteristic of Shortest Remaining Time First (SRTF) scheduling that distinguishes it from Shortest Job First (SJF)?

What makes Round Robin CPU Scheduling algorithm different from First Come First Serve (FCFS) in terms of priority handling?

What is one significant drawback of implementing Priority Scheduling compared to other CPU scheduling algorithms?

How does Priority Scheduling differ from Round Robin in terms of handling task priorities?

What distinguishes Shortest Remaining Time First (SRTF) scheduling from Round Robin in terms of process handling?

What is a potential consequence of not carefully selecting scheduling algorithms and priorities in multilevel queue scheduling?

Why might a process experience starvation in a multilevel feedback queue scheduling system?

Which scenario is a drawback of using multiple queues in multilevel queue scheduling?

In the context of multilevel feedback queue scheduling, why are shorter delay periods beneficial for higher-priority queues?

What is a key advantage of using multilevel feedback queue scheduling in real-time systems?

What is the main objective of multilevel queue scheduling?

Which type of processes are typically placed in the Background Queue in multilevel queue scheduling?

What makes the Foreground Queue unique compared to other queues in multilevel queue scheduling?

Why are system processes typically granted the highest priority in the MLQ architecture?

What is the significance of prioritizing real-time processes in the Real-time Queue of multilevel queue scheduling?

What is a key advantage of MLFQ scheduling in terms of CPU utilization?

Which aspect of MLFQ scheduling can lead to decreased system performance due to the need for constant tracking?

What is a common disadvantage associated with MLFQ scheduling due to its complexity?

Why does MLFQ scheduling make it challenging to predict the completion time of processes?

In what way does MLFQ scheduling optimize CPU utilization by preempting processes?