1. Which partitioning setup reduces internal fragmentation?
Dynamic Partitioning reduces internal fragmentation because each process gets exactly
the memory it needs, without extra unused space.
2. Would you recommend fixed partitioning for automated machines?
No, I wouldn't recommend fixed partitioning.
o Why?: Fixed partitions can waste memory (internal fragmentation) because they
always give a fixed size, which might be too large or too small for the processes.
3. What are the downsides of equally sized memory partitions?
Wasted memory:
o If a process is smaller than the partition size, the remaining space is wasted.
o If a process is bigger than a partition, it can't fit.
4. Why was Process 2 swapped out of memory?
Process 2 was probably swapped out to free up memory for other processes, or because it
wasn’t actively needed.
5. What happens when Process 1 finishes and Process 2 is swapped back in?
Fragmentation could happen.
o When Process 1 finishes, its memory is freed. But if Process 2 is swapped in
elsewhere, small gaps of unused memory could form, making it harder to fit other
processes in.
6. Would you suggest dynamic partitioning for a file management system?
Yes, dynamic partitioning is a good choice.
o Why?: It uses memory more efficiently by allocating exactly what a file needs,
avoiding wasted space.