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You can further subdivide these systems into those who can preempt tasks, and those who can preempt ''the kernel itself''. Linux (pre-2.6 kernel) is an example of the former, while e.g. AmigaOS is an example for the latter. This is a major concern for multimedia applications or any "soft" [Real-Time Systems] because a non-preemptive kernel introduces latencies that can ruin such "near real-time" performance.
===Real-Time Multitasking===
In a Real-Time Operating System (RTOS), the scheduler works in a specific kind of [[Preemptive_Multitasking|preemptive multitasking]] system. It is designed for applications requiring responses within a fixed time window and tight time constraints. These systems are crucial in fields where delay can result in failure of the application.
Real-Time is defined by its determinism and high responsiveness ('''not always!''', a RTOS can be slow as long as the task change is performed within a fixed interval), operating under strict timing constraints to ensure predictable operation and rapid task switching. It is crucial for applications that cannot tolerate delays, such as avionics and aerospace systems, embedded medical devices or automotive controls.
[[Category:Task Models]]
[[Category:Multitasking]]
==See Also==
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