Which hardware component commonly generates periodic interrupts used by an operating system for timekeeping and scheduling?

Options

  • A. Hard disk controller only
  • B. System timer
  • C. Keyboard buffer
  • D. Compiler
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

B. System timer

Detailed Explanation

A system timer can generate periodic interrupts that an operating system uses for timekeeping and scheduling activities.