The kernel keeps track of the state of each executing program by using a data…
2017
The kernel keeps track of the state of each executing program by using a data structure called ______.
- A.
process control block
- B.
user control block
- C.
file control block
- D.
memory control block
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Correct answer: A
The kernel stores process state, program counter, registers, scheduling info in a Process Control Block (PCB) .
Hence, PCB is used to track each executing program