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System throughput measures the rate at which a system processes tasks or transactions over a specific period, reflecting its efficiency and capacity. It is critical for evaluating performance in various contexts, including computing, manufacturing, and telecommunications, where maximizing throughput often aligns with optimizing resource utilization and minimizing bottlenecks.
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Time Quantum is the fixed time interval allocated to each process in a preemptive multitasking operating system, determining how long a process can run before being swapped out for another. It is crucial in balancing the system's responsiveness and throughput, as too short a quantum increases overhead, while too long a quantum can lead to poor interactive performance.
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Time-sharing systems allow multiple users to interact with a computer simultaneously by rapidly switching between tasks, maximizing CPU utilization and reducing idle time. This approach revolutionized computing by making it more accessible and efficient, paving the way for modern operating systems and cloud computing services.
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Direct Memory Access (DMA) is a feature that allows hardware components to access the main system memory independently of the central processing unit (CPU), improving data transfer efficiency and system performance. By offloading memory access tasks from the CPU, DMA enables faster data processing and frees up CPU resources for other operations.
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Channel I/O is a method used in computer systems to offload data transfer operations from the CPU to dedicated I/O channels, thereby improving system efficiency and performance. It allows the CPU to focus on executing instructions while the channel subsystem handles the complexities of data transfer between memory and peripheral devices.
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Congestion refers to the overcrowding of a network or system, leading to reduced efficiency and increased delays. It is a critical issue in various domains, including transportation, telecommunications, and urban planning, requiring strategic management to optimize flow and minimize disruption.
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Time-sharing is a computing technique that allows multiple users to access a computer system concurrently by rapidly switching between them, maximizing the system's efficiency and resource utilization. It laid the groundwork for modern multi-user and multitasking operating systems, enabling more interactive and cost-effective computing environments.
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Load optimization is the process of efficiently distributing and managing workloads across resources to maximize performance and minimize costs. It involves analyzing data, predicting demand, and dynamically adjusting resource allocation to ensure optimal utilization without overloading any single component.
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Time sharing is a computing technique that allows multiple users to access a computer system concurrently, enhancing resource utilization and efficiency. This approach enables each user to interact with the system as if they have exclusive access, by rapidly switching between tasks to minimize idle time.
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