Practice Allocation Schemes Types (21.3.2) - Page Frame Allocation and Thrashing
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Allocation Schemes Types

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Question 1 Easy

What is fixed allocation?

💡 Hint: Think about frame sharing among equal resources.

Question 2 Easy

Define thrashing.

💡 Hint: It's a term used when memory management fails.

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Question 1

What is a fixed allocation scheme?

Allocates frames based on need.
Divides frames equally among processes.
Prioritizes processes for frame allocation.

💡 Hint: Think about equality in resource distribution.

Question 2

True or False: Proportional allocation gives all processes the same number of frames.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how different processes require different resources.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Given 200 frames and 4 processes with sizes 25, 50, 75, and 100 pages, compute the allocation for each process using both fixed and proportional allocation. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each method in this scenario.

💡 Hint: Consider how each method allocates frames and its impact on resource utilization.

Challenge 2 Hard

A system is thrashing. What strategies can you use to mitigate this issue? Create a plan outlining at least three actions you would recommend.

💡 Hint: Think about effective management and resource monitoring.

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