Practice Allocating Kernel Memory - 6.4 | Module 6: Memory Management Strategies II - Virtual Memory | Operating Systems
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the Buddy System in kernel memory management?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember the concept of splitting memory blocks to accommodate requests.

Question 2

Easy

Name one advantage of Slab Allocation.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how it manages small objects specifically.

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Question 1

What is the primary advantage of the Buddy System?

  • Reduces internal fragmentation
  • Allows fast allocation and deallocation
  • Ensures every allocation is optimal

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how quickly the system can manage memory requests.

Question 2

Slab Allocation helps eliminate which type of fragmentation?

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think specifically about fixed-size object management.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a hypothetical memory management system using both the Buddy System and Slab Allocation. Explain how you would integrate both systems to maximize efficiency.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how each method can handle different types of memory requests effectively.

Question 2

Evaluate a scenario in which your system is consistently running out of memory. How would you analyze whether the issue is due to fragmentation or inefficient allocation techniques?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how you would gather and interpret memory usage statistics.

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