The document discusses the concept of processes in computing, detailing their execution, states, and management within memory. It outlines various types of memory allocation, process states such as New, Ready, Running, Waiting, and Terminated, and the role of the Process Control Block (PCB). Additionally, it covers scheduling mechanisms and communication between processes, emphasizing the importance of efficient resource management and synchronization.
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The document discusses the concept of processes in computing, detailing their execution, states, and management within memory. It outlines various types of memory allocation, process states such as New, Ready, Running, Waiting, and Terminated, and the role of the Process Control Block (PCB). Additionally, it covers scheduling mechanisms and communication between processes, emphasizing the importance of efficient resource management and synchronization.