20. Tracking Page Faults for ProcessesHow can you monitor page faults for individual processes in Linux? Describe how you can use the `time`, `top`, and `ps` commands to view page faults. Provide an …
19. Understanding Page FaultsWhat are page faults in the context of memory management in Linux? Differentiate between minor and major page faults and explain their impact on system performance.
18. Monitoring System Memory StatusHow can you check the overall memory status of a Linux system? Explain the use of the `free` command and viewing `/proc/meminfo`.
17. Understanding Load AverageWhat is the load average in Linux, and what do the three load average numbers provided by the `uptime` command represent? How should these values be interpreted in terms…
16. Scheduling Priority and Nice ValueWhat are the PR (priority) and NI (nice value) columns in the `top` command output? How do these values influence the scheduling of processes by the kernel?
15. Interpreting `time` Command OutputWhat do the terms `real`, `user`, and `sys` mean in the output of the `time` command? How can you use these values to understand the performance of a process?
14. Using the `time` CommandExplain the differences between the built-in shell `time` command and the system utility `/usr/bin/time`. What are the key differences in the output provided by each?
13. Measuring CPU Time for ProcessesHow can you monitor CPU time for one or more specific processes using the `top` command? Provide the syntax and explain how it works.
12. Viewing Threads in Process Monitoring ToolsHow can you view thread information using the `ps` and `top` commands in Linux? Describe the steps and options required to display thread details in the…
11. Difference Between Single-Threaded and Multi-Threaded ProcessesWhat is the difference between single-threaded and multi-threaded processes in Linux? Discuss the advantages of using multiple threa…
10. Library Call Tracking with `ltrace`How does `ltrace` differ from `strace`, and what are its limitations? Why might you need to filter the output of `ltrace`?
9. Tracing System Calls with `strace`What is the purpose of the `strace` command? Provide an example of how to use `strace` to troubleshoot a program that fails due to a missing file.
8. Dependency of `lsof` on Kernel InformationWhy is `lsof` highly dependent on kernel information, and what issues might arise after a distribution update?
7. Using `lsof` EffectivelyWhat are two basic approaches to using the `lsof` command? Provide examples of how you would use `lsof` to list open files in a specific directory and for a particular proc…
3. Using `ps` and `top` CommandsHow does the `top` program improve upon the `ps` command for monitoring processes? What are some key features of `top`?
2. Role of the Kernel in Resource AllocationDescribe the role of the kernel in allocating resources to processes. Why is fair resource allocation important?