Scheduling is a method that is used to distribute valuable computing resources, usually processor time, bandwidth, and memory, to the various processes, threads, data flows and applications that need them. Scheduling is done to balance the load on the system and ensure equal distribution of resources and give some prioritization according to set rules. This ensures that a computer system is able to serve all requests and achieve a certain quality of service. With this regard,

1.1 Explain the influence of supply and demand on scheduling. (10) 1.2 Discuss the usefulness of Gantt charts in the scheduling process. (15)

Guideline Notes:

Explain the influence of supply and demand on scheduling. The answer must address the role of scheduling at large. They must then discuss the usefulness of Gantt charts in the scheduling process.