Description: The process scheduler is an essential component of an operating system that manages the execution of processes. Its main function is to allocate system resources, such as the CPU and memory, to the different processes that are running at any given time. This component determines which processes should run, in what order, and for how long, ensuring that all processes have the opportunity to execute efficiently and fairly. The process scheduler uses specific algorithms to make scheduling decisions, such as priority scheduling, round-robin, or time-sharing. Additionally, it handles the creation and termination of processes, as well as managing their states, which can be running, waiting, or terminated. The efficiency of the process scheduler is crucial for the overall performance of the operating system, as poor management can lead to inefficient resource usage and subpar system performance. In modern computing environments, the process scheduler plays a fundamental role in task orchestration and optimizing resource utilization in distributed and cloud systems.
