Practice - Variable-Partition Allocation (Dynamic Partitioning)
Practice Questions
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What is dynamic partitioning?
💡 Hint: Think about how memory is allocated differently than with fixed partitions.
What does internal fragmentation refer to?
💡 Hint: Consider how processes might fit into memory blocks.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the main advantage of variable-partition allocation?
💡 Hint: Consider the advantages of flexibility in memory allocation.
True or False: External fragmentation can occur in variable-partition allocation.
💡 Hint: Think about how memory is allocated and released.
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Challenge Problems
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If you have 100MB of memory and processes of varying sizes arrive in the following order: 40MB, 30MB, and 20MB, describe how First-Fit allocation would manage this, and what gaps may occur afterwards.
💡 Hint: Consider the memory blocks before and after the allocation.
You have three allocation strategies and a sudden influx of processes. Discuss how each strategy’s performance might vary under high demand, especially in terms of fragmentation.
💡 Hint: Look at long-term vs. short-term gains from each strategy.
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