Description: Process scheduling latency refers to the delay that occurs between a decision made by an operating system to execute a process and the moment that process actually begins executing on the CPU. This phenomenon is crucial in resource management within a system, as it directly affects the efficiency and overall performance of computer systems. Latency can be influenced by various factors, including system load, the scheduling policy used, and the number of processes waiting. A system with high latency may experience slow response times, which can be detrimental to real-time or interactive applications. Conversely, low latency is desirable as it allows processes to run more smoothly and efficiently. Scheduling latency is an important aspect to consider in the design of computing systems and in the implementation of scheduling algorithms, as a good balance between latency and CPU utilization can significantly enhance user experience and system responsiveness.
