Question 1) What do you mean by operating system? State it in detail with the help of appropriate examples.
(b) Also describe the structure of an operating system.
Question 2)(a) Describe the various functions of an operating system in detail.
(b) Generally explain the characteristics of an operating system.
Question 3)(a) What is difference between terms “files” and “directories”? Explain it in detail with the help of different examples.
(b) Describe the concept of “File System Implementation”.
Question 4) Introduce the term “Processes” and also explain the “Classic IPC Problems” in detail.
Question 5) Write a detailed note on the following topics:
• Paging
• Swapping
• Virtual Memory
• Process Scheduling
Question 6) Generally explain the principles of I/O hardware as well as principles of I/O software.
Question 7) What are those operating systems that have become very popular at the time of their releases? List at least ten of them and also describe three popular operating systems in detail along with their significant features.
Question 8) Distinguish between the terms “Network Operating System” and “Distributed Operating System”. Describe it in detail.
Question 9) Describe the term “Deadlock”. Also explain Deadlock Detection and Deadlock Recovery with the help of different examples.
Question 10) Write a detailed note the following topics:
• UNIX
• Terminals
• Deadlock Prevention
• Protection Mechanisms