What are common thread scheduling algorithms?

What are common thread scheduling algorithms?

Common thread scheduling algorithms include Round Robin, Priority Scheduling, and First-Come, First-Served. Would you like to know more about any specific one?

Can you explain how Round Robin scheduling works?

Round Robin scheduling assigns a fixed time slice to each thread in a cyclic order. When a thread's time slice expires, it moves to the back of the queue.

What are the advantages of using Priority Scheduling?

Priority Scheduling allows more important tasks to be executed first, improving responsiveness for critical applications. However, it can lead to starvation for lower-priority threads.

Are there any disadvantages to Round Robin scheduling?

Yes, Round Robin can lead to high turnaround times for processes with varying lengths, as shorter tasks may have to wait for longer ones to complete.

How do these algorithms impact system performance?

The choice of scheduling algorithm can significantly affect CPU utilization, response time, and overall system throughput, depending on the workload.