3.3.1.2 - Earliest Deadline First (EDF)
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What does EDF stand for in real-time scheduling?
💡 Hint: Think about the main focus of the algorithm.
Name one lightweight operating system used for IoT.
💡 Hint: Consider operating systems intended for small devices.
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What is the primary goal of the Earliest Deadline First scheduling?
💡 Hint: Remember what happens when tasks have deadlines.
True or False: Lightweight operating systems can run on standard personal computers.
💡 Hint: Consider the definition of lightweight systems.
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Consider an IoT factory setup with multiple sensors that monitor temperature, humidity, and pressure. Each sensor sends alerts that vary in urgency. How could EDF be implemented to ensure the most critical alerts are addressed first?
💡 Hint: Analyze the consequences of each alert and define its urgency.
Propose a scenario where using a lightweight OS is necessary over a traditional OS. Discuss how EDF's integration could enhance performance in this scenario.
💡 Hint: Consider the constraints in resources and how timely actions affect safety.
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Reference links
Supplementary resources to enhance your learning experience.
- Introduction to Real-Time Operating Systems
- Understanding Lightweight Operating Systems
- What is Middleware?
- FreeRTOS Overview
- Earliest Deadline First Scheduling
- IoT Middleware Demystified
- Performance Optimization Basics
- Middleware for IoT
- Intelligent Task Scheduling for IoT Systems
- A Brief Literature Review on IoT Middleware