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Method for implementing scheduling mechanisms with selectable resource modes

US6453376B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMar 9, 2000
Grant dateSep 17, 2002
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Expiry dateMar 9, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F2209/485
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for implementing scheduling mechanisms with selectable resource modes comprises at least one resource characterization set that includes a plurality of resource characterizations that each have resource requirements for executing a requested process. The plurality of resource characterizations may include a most mode, a best mode, and a worst mode. An allocation manager may then select a resource mode, and compare the corresponding resource requirements for the requested process to the currently-available device resources. The allocation manager may then authorize or deny the requested process depending upon whether the currently-available resources are sufficient to adequately service the resource requirements of the requested process.

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