Practice Data Blocks - 8.1.2.4 | Module 8: File System Implementation - Deep Dive into Persistent Storage Management | Operating Systems
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8.1.2.4 - Data Blocks

Learning

Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is a data block?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the smallest piece where data resides.

Question 2

Easy

Why do inodes exist in file systems?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall how files and their data are connected.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What role does an inode play in a file system?

  • Stores the file data
  • Holds metadata and pointers to data blocks
  • Is a type of file

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember the function of inodes discussed in class.

Question 2

True or False: Data blocks can be of variable size.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how data is organized on disks.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Given a file system with 1000 data blocks, and each inode pointing to 10 data blocks, how many unique files can the system theoretically manage?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how many blocks each inode can cover compared to the total available.

Question 2

Discuss how inefficient management of data blocks might influence a storage device's performance.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Reflect on the importance of organization within storage areas.

Challenge and get performance evaluation