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Dispatcher function is to

  • put tasks in I/O wait
  • schedule tasks in processor
  • change task priorities
  • All of above
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1. 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

2. Creating a job queue is a function of

  • Spooler
  • Interperator
  • Complier
  • Drive

3. Which scheduling policy is best suited for time-sharing operating systems

  • Shortest job first
  • Round robin
  • First come first serve
  • Elevator

4. Macintosh computer uses

  • System 7.0
  • AU/X
  • Xenix
  • none of above

5. Which is non pre-emptive

  • Round robin
  • FIFO
  • MQS
  • MQSF
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