Process management in os
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A process is an instance of a program that is currently running on a computer. It has a current state, associated system resources, and executes a sequence of instructions. The operating system manages processes by creating, deleting, suspending, resuming, synchronizing, and allowing communication between processes to prevent deadlocks.
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Process management in os
- 2. A Program in Execution An instance of a program running on a computer The entity that can be assigned to and executed on a processor A unit of activity characterized by the execution of a sequence of instruction a current state and an associated set of system resources.
- 3. Creating and deleting both user and system process Suspending and Resuming processes Providing mechanism for process synchronization Providing mechanism for process communication Providing mechanism for deadlock handling
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