1.2.2.1 - Resource Management
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What is resource management in an operating system?
💡 Hint: Consider what responsibilities an OS has regarding hardware.
Name one resource that the OS manages.
💡 Hint: Think about the components within a computer system.
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What does resource management in an OS primarily involve?
💡 Hint: Think about the primary functions of an OS.
True or False: Resource management is essential for enabling multitasking in an OS.
💡 Hint: Consider how multiple applications are used by viewers and what the system needs to do.
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If an OS is running low on CPU resources, how might this affect running applications, and what strategies could an OS employ to mitigate these effects?
💡 Hint: Consider how the OS might prioritize tasks based on user input.
Describe how resource management impacts the user experience on a device running multiple applications. Provide an example of how poor resource management might manifest visibly.
💡 Hint: Think about how users react when they press buttons and nothing happens instantly.
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