Practice Trade-offs in File System Design - 4.11 | 4. File Systems Design for Embedded Applications | Operating Systems
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the primary concern when enhancing performance in file systems?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what happens if the device loses power during data writing.

Question 2

Easy

Name one advantage of a simpler file system.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how memory constraints affect system design.

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Question 1

What is one of the main trade-offs in file system design?

  • Cost vs. Performance
  • Performance vs. Reliability
  • Security vs. Usability

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what happens during a power failure.

Question 2

True or False: A more complex file system always performs better than a simpler one.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the trade-off between features and resource consumption.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a scenario with an IoT device that needs to collect and store sensor data, outline the optimal file system design considering all trade-offs discussed.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on balancing performance, reliability, and resource constraints.

Question 2

Analyze a situation where a file system must be both portable and highly optimized for flash memory. What compromises might have to be made?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how platform-specific optimizations could enhance efficiency but limit usage elsewhere.

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