Kernel preemption

Kernel preemption is a feature of operating systems, particularly within the context of the Linux kernel, that allows a running process to be interrupted so that the operating system can switch to another process. This mechanism is crucial for allowing a responsive multitasking environment, enabling the system to handle various processes efficiently. In preemptive multitasking systems, the kernel can suspend the execution of a process to allocate CPU time to another process that is ready to run.