Operating System

Question 3

a- Master-slave is one of the configurations for a multiprocessor system.

1. Using illustrated diagram, describe how the master-slave configuration works.
2. Explain TWO (2) problems with this configuration.
3. Using illustrated diagram, explain an alternative configuration which overcomes the problems mentioned in 3(a)(ii).

b- Describe ONE (1) advantage and ONE (1) disadvantage for each of the following storage device seek strategies:

1. First-Come, First-Served (FCFS).
2. LOOK.
3. C-SCAN.