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Practice Questions
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Question 1
Easy
What is the purpose of a global state in distributed systems?
π‘ Hint: Think about why it's necessary to know the whole state at once.
Question 2
Easy
What does a MARKER message do in the Chandy-Lamport Algorithm?
π‘ Hint: Remember how it's involved in initiating the snapshot.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is the primary function of the Chandy-Lamport algorithm?
- To manage network traffic
- To capture a consistent global state
- To debug software errors
π‘ Hint: Consider what this algorithm is best known for accomplishing.
Question 2
True or False: A global state can be determined effectively in a system without a global clock.
- True
- False
π‘ Hint: Think about the approaches discussed in this section.
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
How would you apply the Chandy-Lamport algorithm in a real-world distributed system scenario? Provide a detailed outline of the steps you'd follow.
π‘ Hint: Consider each phase of the algorithm as you describe the application.
Question 2
Critically analyze the limitations of the Chandy-Lamport snapshot algorithm. What improvements might be suggested for modern applications?
π‘ Hint: Focus on the operational context of the algorithm and potential modern-day challenges.
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