Shortest Seek Time First

Shortest Seek Time First (SSTF) is a disk scheduling algorithm that reduces the time it takes for a computer’s read/write head to access data on a disk. It works by selecting the request closest to the current position of the head, minimizing movement and overall access time. By prioritizing the nearest requests, SSTF improves efficiency and speeds up data retrieval, though it may lead to some requests waiting longer if newer requests are closer. Overall, it aims to optimize disk performance by balancing request priorities based on proximity.