23.8.1 - Legacy Synchronization
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What are two examples of legacy synchronized collections?
💡 Hint: Think of collections you've previously encountered that ensure thread safety.
Why might legacy collections lead to performance issues?
💡 Hint: Consider situations where many threads are trying to access data.
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Which of the following collections is synchronized?
💡 Hint: Think of collections that allow multiple threads to access safely.
True or False: ConcurrentHashMap is less efficient than Hashtable in high-load scenarios.
💡 Hint: Consider how each collection handles concurrent access.
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Evaluate the impact of using a legacy synchronized collection for concurrent access in a banking application. What issues might arise?
💡 Hint: Consider high volumes of simultaneous transactions.
Design an application that would need both legacy synchronous collections and modern alternatives. Explain the rationale behind your choices.
💡 Hint: Think about different components that would benefit from thread safety.
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