Description: Task overhead refers to the additional time and resources required to manage tasks in an operating system, especially in computing environments. This phenomenon occurs when the system must coordinate multiple processes, allocate resources, and handle communication between them, which can lead to a decrease in overall efficiency. In high-performance computing, where complex calculations and large volumes of data are processed, task overhead can be a critical factor affecting performance. Managing overhead involves optimizing resource allocation, minimizing wait times, and ensuring that processes run smoothly. Identifying and mitigating task overhead is essential to maximize processing capacity and ensure that operating systems function effectively, allowing researchers and scientists to perform large-scale simulations and data analyses without significant interruptions.
