What are the typical elements of a process image?

Ø User data: Modifiable part of user space. May include program data, user stack area, and programs that may be modified.
Ø User program: The instructions to be executed.
Ø System Stack: Each process has one or more LIFO stacks associated with it. Used to store parameters and calling addresses for procedure and system calls.

Ø Process control Block (PCB): Info needed by the OS to control processes.