why is the context switch overhead of a user-level threading as compared to the overhead for processes? Explain.
1090What are the benefits and losses of placing the functionality in a device controller rather than in placing it in the kernel?
1139Post New Operating Systems General Concepts Questions
Explain briefly about loader and its functioning?
Explain the layers of a windows xp system.
Is intel core i5 64 bit or 32 bit?
When did 64 bit come out?
Why interprocess communication is required?
What is the difference between mailbox and queue?
Give a brief description of the following terms: a) Play head b) Symbol c) Tweening d) ActionScript e) Frame rate f) Library panel g) Masking h) Context – sensitive Property Inspector i) Bandwidth Profiler j) Frame Label
Explain the typical elements of a process image?
Difference between short term, long term and medium term scheduler.
A pair of redundant systems are operating, how would you ensure that when one of them goes down, the other one will take over its operation?
What is the x86 folder?
Suppose if we have a variable 'I' in run method, if I can create one or more thread each thread will occupy a separate copy or same variable will be shared?
Why is 64 bit better?
Can you run 32 bit applications on a 64 bit operating system?
How can I tell what devices are connected to my usb?