Practice Lamport’s Algorithm (Timestamp-based, Decentralized) - 3.2.3 | Week 4: Classical Distributed Algorithms and the Industry Systems | Distributed and Cloud Systems Micro Specialization
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3.2.3 - Lamport’s Algorithm (Timestamp-based, Decentralized)

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is the primary goal of Lamport's Algorithm?

💡 Hint: Think about what mutual exclusion ensures in programming.

Question 2

Easy

Define a logical timestamp.

💡 Hint: Consider what might be needed to order events without physical clocks.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What does Lamport's Algorithm primarily address?

  • Synchronization of clocks
  • Distributed mutual exclusion
  • Data consistency

💡 Hint: Remember its primary function.

Question 2

True or False: Lamport's Algorithm uses physical timestamps for ordering requests.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how it maintains order without real-time clocks.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Consider a distributed system using Lamport's Algorithm with five processes. If an event leads to timestamp collisions, how can those be resolved while still maintaining fairness?

💡 Hint: Think about how multiple processes could be perceived as equal.

Question 2

What would happen if one of the processes in Lamport's Algorithm becomes non-responsive? Discuss the implications on mutual exclusion and potential solutions.

💡 Hint: What role does communication play in the algorithm?

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