DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DECEMBER 2013 EXAMINATION SUBJECT: INTRODUCTION TO OPERATING SYSTEMS SUBJECT CODE: CIT 2533 ASSIGNMENT

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INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES: 1. 2. 3. 4. Answer ALL questions in this assignment. Always start new question on new page. Submission date : 6th November 2013 Submit hardcopy and softcopy of your assignment with the assignment cover page (download from the LMS)

Question Conduct a research on the following topics: 1. The requirements of operating systems for use in embedded computers. 2. Compile a list of algorithms employed in todays operating systems to avoid deadlocks. 3. Compile a list of various data-compression techniques that are commonly employed in todays computer systems. Which of these techniques provides the best efficiency that is, the maximum gain in storage space with the least effect on processing time? 4. Discuss the compaction process. What do they think is the negative side of this process? When and how often should it be done? Discuss the various alternatives and their pros and cons. Based on your research, write a report using Microsoft Word 2007 that describes each of the topics in details. Include pictures, tables, charts, clipart etc where necessary. Format your report using Cambria (Headings) and font size 12, (Minimum 2-3 pages for each topic) Submission 1. Submit the hardcopy and softcopy of your coursework before the due date given. Report Section: 1. Cover page (includes your details such as name, ID, assignment number etc) 2. Table of Content 3. Introduction to your report 4. Main body of report based on the following topics given in the above question 5. Conclusion on your report 6. References