8.6.1 - Locks and Semaphores
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What is the primary purpose of a lock?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when multiple threads try to access the same data.
Define semaphore in your own words.
💡 Hint: Consider its role in threading.
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What do locks control?
💡 Hint: Consider what threads compete for when they work simultaneously.
True or False: A semaphore allows multiple threads to access a resource based on counting.
💡 Hint: Think about how semaphore counts manage access.
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Develop a multi-threaded application where a section of code is prone to deadlocks. Describe how you would apply both locks and semaphores to manage access and then analyze the potential deadlock scenario.
💡 Hint: Focus on resource contention and evaluate thread waits.
Create a flowchart depicting the steps needed to avoid deadlocks when using locks in a threaded environment. Identify which techniques you would employ to ensure smooth execution.
💡 Hint: Consider the sequence of acquiring resources.
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