Operating systems use the Not Recently Used (NRU) page replacement algorithm as a fundamental page replacement tactic to control memory. Its major goal is to locate and remove pages from memory that haven't been accessed in a while. In this article, we will be discussing the NRU page replacement algorithm, the classes in it, the steps involved, the use cases, and also its benefits. The NRU algorithm Classes Based on their usage or reference bit, pages are divided into four classes by the NRU algorithm − Class 0 − Since they were loaded into memory, pages cannot be referenced (accessed) ... Read More
In this problem, we will check whether we can convert string alpha2 to alpha1 by performing the XOR operation of any two adjacent characters and replacing both characters with an XOR value. We will use the logic based on the XOR value of two digits to solve the problem. If the string contains at least one ‘1’ and more than two adjacent consecutive characters, we can convert the alpha2 string to alpha1. Problem statement − We have given two binary strings of the same length. We need to check whether we can convert the alpha2 string to alpha1 by performing ... Read More
Operating systems assign memory to processes using the memory management strategy known as non-contiguous allocation. This method divides memory into fixed-size blocks or partitions, and each partition can be assigned to a process according to its needs in terms of size. The non-contiguous allocation permits a process's memory to be dispersed among several regions in the main memory, in contrast to the contiguous allocation, where a process occupies a single block of memory. When working with processes of varying sizes, this strategy offers greater flexibility and effective memory utilization. In this article, we will be exploring what is Non-Contiguous Memory ... Read More
Operating systems use the scheduling algorithm non-preemptive priority scheduling to choose the sequence in which processes are carried out. Each process is given a priority value based on specific criteria, and the procedure with the highest priority is carried out first. In this article, we will be discussing Non-Preemptive Priority, the much-needed Process of Prioritization with some examples, and some strategies to prevent starvation in terms of Non-Preemptive Priority. What is Non-Preemptive Priority? A process in non-preemptive priority scheduling keeps running until it is finished or voluntarily enters a waiting state. A higher-priority process is not halted by the scheduler ... Read More
In this problem, we will check whether we can convert the string alpha1 to alpha2 by inserting the same characters between any two same characters of the given string. We will use the run length encoding algorithm to solve the problem, which counts the frequency of the contiguous characters. Problem statement − We have given two strings named alpha1 and alpha2. We need to check whether we can convert the string alpha1 to alpha2 by performing an unlimited number of below operations. Choose any index, and the character at the current and previous index is the same, insert the ... Read More
Introduction Named pipes, also referred to as FIFOs (First In, First Out), constitute essential IPC systems in software systems. They offer a quick and effective method for successfully transferring information between processes. Specialized kinds of files known as named pipes serve as a means for interaction among unconnected procedures that operate on an identical structure as well as on separate ones. First-in, first-out (FIFO) named pipes ensure that information composed to the line by a single procedure is read from the pipe by another course in the identical order. Therefore, They are particularly advantageous when processes must communicate independently without ... Read More
In this problem, we will check whether all characters are present continuously in the given string. We will use the map data structure to solve the problem. The map will keep track of the last index of the particular character, and based on the last index of the current character, we will decide whether the string contains contiguous characters. Problem statement – We have given a string alpha of length N containing the lowercase and uppercase alphabetical characters. We need to check whether the given string is contiguous. The string is contiguous only if it contains all characters as a ... Read More
Introduction The disc scheduling method N-Step-SCAN (also called N-Step-LOOK) determines the sequence whereby disc requests for input/output are handled. It is a development for the SCAN (Elevator) method, which functions by moving the disc arm in a particular direction and responding to demands there as long as it receives no more inquiries or requests from that guidance, at which point it switches directions. The N-Step-SCAN algorithm adds an option, N, that specifies how many requests must be handled in a particular direction beforehand transforming. N-Step-SCAN support N demands in a particular direction, irrespective of whether or not there are still ... Read More
Introduction A traditional approach to solving the critical section issue in programming simultaneously for both procedures is Peterson's algorithm. But since you said "N" processes, I presume you mean an altered Peterson's method that can manage over two procedures. Mutual exclusion is guaranteed by the initial Peterson's method for two distinct processes, yet it can't be immediately expanded to support N methods. Lamport's bakery algorithm, for example, is a deviation and an extra period of Peterson's algorithm which may be applied to N processes. The N process Peterson Algorithm Peterson's algorithm which can cope with N processes is called ... Read More
Finding the shortest route between a source vertex and a target vertex in a graph with precisely K edges is one of the most typical graph traversal issues. The objective is to find the shortest path with minimum weight and exactly K edges. This issue can manifest in a number of practical contexts, including transportation networks, routing protocols, and resource allocation. Dynamic Programming (DP), and Dijkstra's Algorithm are just some of the strategies that may be used to attack this issue. The shortest path under the given constraints can be found using one of many methods. Dijkstra's Algorithm takes into ... Read More