Practice Controlled Sharing - 22.1.2 | 22. Summary of Memory Sub-system Organization | Computer Organisation and Architecture - Vol 3
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Question 1

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What is virtual memory?

💡 Hint: Think about how it extends the available memory for applications.

Question 2

Easy

What does a page table do?

💡 Hint: Consider what happens when an application needs to access a memory location.

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of virtual memory?

  • To manage CPU scheduling
  • To extend memory beyond physical limits
  • To enhance disk performance

💡 Hint: Consider why programs sometimes need more memory than what is available in RAM.

Question 2

True or False: Access bits in a page table allow for controlled sharing between processes.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about protections needed in a shared memory environment.

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Question 1

If a system is experiencing severe thrashing, propose two solutions to resolve the issue, justifying each choice.

💡 Hint: Think about how to balance memory usage and the efficiency of program execution.

Question 2

Design a simple system where active processes share a set of pages. Explain how access bits can be used securely.

💡 Hint: Consider how shared resources must remain safe from conflicting changes.

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