multitasking, multiprogramming, and multithreading
Multiprogramming: multiprogramming is the technique of running several programs at a time using timesharing it allows a computer to do
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What do you mean by deadlock? Give two examples of deadlock prevention.
Deadlock is a potential problem in any operating system. It occurs when a group of processes each have been granted
Read moreWhy do we require scheduling in operating system? Briefly explain various scheduling algorithms with its limitations.
when two or more processes are simultaneously in ready state and only one CPU is available, a choice has to
Read moreWhat are the basic components of operating system?
Main components of operating system are kernel and shell. Shell is a interface between application program and kernel. Whenever application
Read moreDifferentiate between logical address and physical address.
A logical address is the address of the instruction or data word as used by a program (this includes the
Read moreWhat is an operating system? List the typical function of operating system.
An operating system is system software that provides interface between user and hardware. The OS provides the means for the
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