Explain the types of interrupts in a computer

      

Explain the types of interrupts in a computer

  

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Steve
Interrupts generated by the running process; the process might need to perform Input output, obtain more storage or communicate with the operator
Input output interrupts; these are initiated by the Input output hardware and signal to the central processing unit that the status of a channel or device has changed. An input output interrupt will occur when an Input output operation is complete, when an error occurs, or when device is made ready.
Timer interrupts; these are generated by a timer within the processor, and allow the operating system to perform certain functions at regular intervals. For example, each user in a multi-user system may be allocated
Program check interrupts; these are caused by various types of error such as division by zero.
Machine check interrupts; these are caused by malfunctioning hardware

Steve ju answered the question on June 7, 2018 at 17:54


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