Input/Output (I/O) Scheduling

Input/Output (I/O) scheduling manages how a computer's storage system handles multiple data read and write requests. Think of it like a traffic controller directing cars at an intersection: it organizes the order of data operations to improve speed and efficiency, reduce delays, and prevent congestion. Effective I/O scheduling ensures that the storage device delivers data quickly and smoothly, prioritizing requests based on factors like urgency or location on the disk. This process optimizes performance, reduces wait times, and helps the computer run more efficiently when handling multiple data tasks simultaneously.