1 (a)
List out the methods of Object Locating Mechanism. Explain any Three object locating mechanism.
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1 (b)
Discuss load estimation policy and Process transfer policy in load balancing algorithms.
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2 (a)
What is process addressing? Explain commonly used methods for process addressing.
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Solve any one question from Q2(b) & Q2(c)
2 (b)
Define Global state. Explain Distributed snapshot algorithm.
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2 (c)
Enumerate various issues in clock synchronization. Classify the clock synchronization algorithm and explain Berkley algorithm with an example.
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Solve any two question from Q3(a), Q3(b) & Q3(c), Q3(d)
3 (a)
Explain RPC Architecture. What is the role of IDL file in RPC?
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3 (b)
Explain the functionality of each layer in OSI layer architecture with various
protocols used in each layer.
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3 (c)
What is the significance of client-server binding? How are various issues handled in changing client-server binding?
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3 (d)
How does VMTP protocol handle lost messages, flow control, group Communication and maintain transparency.
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Solve any two question from Q4(a), Q4(b) & Q4(c), Q4(d)
4 (a)
Differentiate monolithic kernel model and micro kernel model.
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4 (b)
Define Thrashing in DSM. Explain methods for solving thrashing in DSM.
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4 (c)
How the problem is specified using formal model? Specify the problem of mutual exclusion using formal model specification.
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4 (d)
List and explain various consistency models used in DSM.
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Solve any two question from Q5(a), Q5(b) & Q5(c), Q5(d)
5 (a)
What are threads? What are the different ways of synchronizing threads? Also explain various thread models.
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5 (b)
Explain features and issues in message passing system.
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5 (c)
What is process migration? Explain address transport mechanism with freezing techniques.
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5 (d)
What is non-idempotent routine? How such routine creates problem with
message passing? Also explain its solution with example.
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