Practice Page Replacement Algorithms - 21.2.1 | 21. Page Frame Allocation and Thrashing | Computer Organisation and Architecture - Vol 3
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Question 1

Easy

What is a page replacement algorithm?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens during a page fault.

Question 2

Easy

Define a dirty page.

💡 Hint: Remember its role in paging.

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Question 1

What is the main objective of page replacement algorithms?

  • Reduce process speed
  • Optimize memory usage
  • Increase CPU clock speed

💡 Hint: Look at the role of these algorithms in managing memory.

Question 2

True or False: Thrashing can lead to better overall system performance.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider what thrashing entails.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A system experiences thrashing when running multiple applications. How would you assess this situation, and what measures would you recommend?

💡 Hint: Focus on the balance between CPU utilization and memory allocation.

Question 2

Given a scenario with various processes needing different numbers of pages, design an experiment to assess the effectiveness of fixed vs. proportional allocation.

💡 Hint: Think about how different allocation strategies affect overall performance.

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