Practice - File Allocation Methods (Introduction to Physical Storage Strategies)
Practice Questions
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What is contiguous allocation?
💡 Hint: Think about where the blocks are located on the disk.
Name one disadvantage of linked allocation.
💡 Hint: Consider how locating specific data blocks is done.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the main benefit of contiguous allocation?
💡 Hint: Think about how files are laid out on the disk.
True or False: Linked allocation prevents external fragmentation.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how file space is utilized.
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Challenge Problems
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Suppose a file storage system is encountering severe external fragmentation. Design an approach that combines contiguous and linked allocation to minimize this issue. Explain your rationale.
💡 Hint: Think about how to leverage the strengths of both methods.
Given a file system with extremely large files that require random access, suggest an optimal allocation method. Justify your choice.
💡 Hint: What are the performance requirements for large files?
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