Process Basics
What is a Process?
A program in execution
What does PCB stand for?
Process Control Block
Which state waits for CPU allocation?
Ready State
Which PCB field uniquely identifies a process?
Process ID
Which values are saved during context switching?
CPU Registers
What is Context Switching?
Switching CPU between processes
Which state indicates active CPU execution?
Running State
Which component gives CPU control to a selected process?
Dispatcher
What is the main disadvantage of context switching?
Context Switch Overhead