Practice Linked Allocation - 8.3.2 | Module 8: File System Implementation - Deep Dive into Persistent Storage Management | Operating Systems
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8.3.2 - Linked Allocation

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What does linked allocation allow in terms of file storage?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how files would be stored compared to contiguous allocation.

Question 2

Easy

Define a File Control Block (FCB).

πŸ’‘ Hint: What does this structure tell the OS about the file?

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Interactive Quizzes

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

Question 1

What is the primary feature of linked allocation?

  • Files are contiguous
  • Files are linked
  • Files are in block groups

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how files are stored on disk.

Question 2

True or False: Linked allocation allows easy random access to file data.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how data is structured in linked allocation.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Suppose you have a file with data stored in five linked blocks, and you’re tasked with finding data in the third block. Explain the approach you’d use, the potential time, and space implications.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the mechanics of sequential access.

Question 2

Given a scenario where a file's pointers become corrupted, describe the strategy to recover the file using system tools.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about common repair utilities available in operating systems.

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