Re: Linux Scheduler Time Quantum


xu_feng_xu@xxxxxxxxx wrote:

i see your point but the average response time is also a factor that
needs to be considered. at the end a compromise should be taken. i
think you are missing my main point. my point was that Windows XP and
Solaris, Unlike Linux allocate shorter quantums to the highest queues.

That translates into *punishing* processes for voluntarily
relinquishing the CPU and *rewarding* processes for using up their full
timeslice. Processes receive higher priorities in exchange for
voluntarily relinquishing the CPU and they are rewarded for doing so
(and presumably for being interactive) by getting more CPU time when
they actually need it.

DS

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