14.1.2. Single-threaded vs. Multi-threaded Applications

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a single-threaded application?

   Hint

   Think about how many tasks can be done at once.

2. 2.

   Name one advantage of single-threaded applications.

   Hint

   Consider the overhead of managing multiple tasks.

3. 3.

   What characterizes a single-threaded application?

   • Processes multiple tasks at once
   • Processes tasks one at a time
   • Does not use threads

   Hint

   Think about how tasks are executed.

4. 4.

   True or False: Multi-threaded applications can execute tasks simultaneously.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider what 'multi' means.

5. 5.

   Design a simple application and decide whether to implement it as single-threaded or multi-threaded. Justify your decision.

   Hint

   Consider the application's efficiency needs and complexity.

6. 6.

   Provide an example of a race condition in a banking application, and suggest a possible fix.

   Hint

   Think about how shared resources need protection in multi-threaded environments.