Priority Scheduling
Priority Scheduling is a CPU scheduling algorithm used in operating systems where processes are assigned priority values, and the process with the highest priority is selected for execution first. It can be preemptive or non-preemptive, with preemptive versions allowing higher-priority processes to interrupt lower-priority ones. This method is commonly applied in real-time systems, batch processing, and multi-user environments to manage resource allocation efficiently.
Developers should learn Priority Scheduling when working on operating systems, embedded systems, or real-time applications where task prioritization is critical, such as in medical devices, automotive systems, or server load balancing. It helps ensure that high-importance processes (e.g., system interrupts or user-critical tasks) receive timely execution, improving system responsiveness and reliability in scenarios with varying workload demands.