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Fragmentation of a file system

  • occurs only is file is not used properly
  • can always be prevented
  • happens in all file systems
  • can be removed by compaction

Answer: Option B

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1. For multiprogramming operating system

  • special support from processor is essential
  • special support from processor is not essential
  • cache memory is essential
  • none of above

Answer: Option B

2. Main function of shared memory is:

  • to use primary memory efficently
  • to do intra process communication
  • to do inter process communication
  • none of above

Answer: Option C

3. Which of the following does not interrupt an running process

  • A device
  • Timer
  • Schedular Process
  • Power failure

Answer: Option C

4. Dispatcher function is to

  • put tasks in I/O wait
  • schedule tasks in processor
  • change task priorities
  • All of above

Answer: Option A

5. Root directory of a disk should be placed

  • at the fixed address in the main memory
  • at a fixed location on the disk
  • at the fixed location on system disk
  • anywhere on the disk

Answer: Option B

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  • Prasanjeet 10 years ago

    Fragmentation of a file system can be temporarily remove by compaction.

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