Unit 3 Lecture 15: Thrashing

📌 Lecture Title: Thrashing – Operating Systems In this lecture, part of our Operating Systems series, we discuss Thrashing, a condition in virtual memory systems where excessive paging drastically reduces CPU performance. We’ll explore its causes, effects, and how to prevent it. 🎯 Topics Covered: • What is Thrashing in OS? • How excessive paging affects CPU utilization • Causes of thrashing (low degree of multiprogramming, poor allocation, etc.) • Working set model and page fault frequency model • Techniques to control and avoid thrashing • Real-world scenarios and examples 🖥️ This lecture is ideal for: • Computer Science & Engineering students • Learners preparing for GATE, UGC NET, and other competitive exams • Anyone wanting to understand virtual memory performance issues 📂 Watch the full course playlist: Operating Systems Playlist If you find this video useful, please Like, Share, and Subscribe to support the channel. 🔔 Turn on the bell icon to get notified of future lectures.