Workbook 1 Chap 2 Kernal Flashcards
1
Q
What is a process? [15]
A
A process is an instance of a executing program?
2
Q
s Linux a multitasking system? Explain why (not). [15/16]
A
Yes, multiple processes, also called tasks, can execute (i.e., run) on a single computer seemingly simultaneously and without interfering with each other.
3
Q
What do Linux users use to interact with the kernel? [16]
A
Shell
4
Q
What is a PID? [16]
A
Process ID, Every process running on the system is identified by a unique No.
