Sequential File Allocation in Operating Systems
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What is the main characteristic of Sequential File Allocation method?

  • Files are stored in a fragmented manner
  • Files are stored in a contiguous manner (correct)
  • Files are stored randomly in memory
  • Files are stored in a compressed manner

What is the purpose of Step 5 in the Sequential File Allocation Program Algorithm?

  • Check if the selected location is free or not
  • Allocate memory to the file in a sequential manner
  • Select any random location from the available location (correct)
  • Print the file number, length, and the block allocated

What does Step 6 in the Sequential File Allocation Program Algorithm involve?

  • Check if the location that is selected is free or not (correct)
  • Gather information about the number of files
  • Start the program
  • Allocate memory to the file in a sequential manner

What is the purpose of Step 8 in the Sequential File Allocation Program Algorithm?

<p>Print the file number, length, and the block allocated (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Step 10 in the Sequential File Allocation Program Algorithm indicate?

<p>If more files have to be stored, go to Step 2 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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