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Operating systems basics (processes, threads)

Computer Science · Computer architecture & systems

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About this practice set

Operating systems basics (processes, threads) is a Computer Science quiz (Computer architecture & systems) with 5 multiple-choice questions. Pick an answer and read the explanation that follows.

What you will be asked

  • The operating system manages:
  • A process is:
  • Threads within a process share:
  • The scheduler decides:
  • Context switching: