What are the different types of thread scheduling algorithms?

What are the different types of thread scheduling algorithms?

There are several types of thread scheduling algorithms, including First-Come, First-Served (FCFS), Round Robin, and Priority Scheduling. Would you like to know more about any specific type?

Can you explain how Round Robin scheduling works?

Sure! Round Robin scheduling assigns a fixed time slice to each thread in a cyclic order. When a thread's time slice expires, it is moved to the back of the queue, allowing the next thread to execute.

What are the advantages of using Priority Scheduling?

Priority Scheduling allows more important tasks to be executed first, which can lead to better resource utilization and responsiveness for critical applications.

Are there any disadvantages to these algorithms?

Yes, for example, Priority Scheduling can lead to starvation if lower-priority threads are never executed. Round Robin can cause high context switching overhead if the time slice is too short.