8.6 - Synchronization in Multicore Systems
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of a lock in thread synchronization?
💡 Hint: Think about security when multiple users need access to a resource.
What does a semaphore control in thread synchronization?
💡 Hint: Consider the number of available parking spaces in a lot.
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What is the main purpose of locks in multicore systems?
💡 Hint: Think of locks like keys that only one thread can possess at a time.
True or False: A semaphore can allow multiple threads to access a resource simultaneously.
💡 Hint: Consider the difference between ‘locking’ and ‘counting’ access.
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You are designing a banking application with multiple threads. Discuss how you would manage synchronization to prevent data corruption when accessing a shared account balance.
💡 Hint: Think about how to maintain data integrity while allowing efficient access.
Create a scenario where you would implement a barrier in a computational program. Explain why you would use it.
💡 Hint: Consider processes that require all parts to be finished before the next step.
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