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Tag: Multi-threading

  • Multi-threading

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    Explanation:Multi-threading is a technique that allows multiple threads to execute concurrently within a single process. A thread is a lightweight sub-process that shares resources such as memory, file handles, and code with other threads within the same process but has its own program counter, stack, and registers. Multi-threading improves the efficiency and responsiveness of applications…

  • Semaphore

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    A semaphore is a synchronization tool used in operating systems to manage concurrent access to shared resources. It is essentially a variable that can take on integer values and is used to signal resource availability between processes or threads. A semaphore is a synchronization primitive used in operating systems for controlling access to a common…