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14.1.2. Single-threaded vs. Multi-threaded Applications
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- 1.
What is a single-threaded application?
Hint
Think about how many tasks can be done at once.
- 2.
Name one advantage of single-threaded applications.
Hint
Consider the overhead of managing multiple tasks.
- 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.
True or False: Multi-threaded applications can execute tasks simultaneously.
- True
- False
Hint
Consider what 'multi' means.
- 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.
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.
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- You can use hints if you need help
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