project 2

Discussion topics

Prepare two slides each with presenting note too

1. Discuss the limitations of memory management schemes in early systems. What were the most problematic aspects of these schemes?      Why were they sufficient for the first three generations of computers?
2. Discuss the compaction process. How often should it occur and what are its advantages and disadvantages?

Projects 2

Two page paper for each question  

1. Submit a report that discusses the differences between the next-fit and worst-fit algorithms.

2. List the steps involved in program relocation, including loop sequences, decision sequences, branching sequences, and data references. 

Additional Resources

1. Beginner’s      Guide to Memory Management:

http://www.memorymanagement.org/mmref/begin.html

1. Windows      Memory Management: https://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/aa366779(VS.85).aspx
2. IBM:      Inside Memory Management:

http://www.ibm.com/developerworks/linux/library/l-memory/

5. Ravenbrook – The Memory Management Reference:

http://www.memorymanagement.org/