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Processes and Threads Overview

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What is a key characteristic that distinguishes a process from a thread?

Threads are heavier than processes.

Processes are isolated and have their own memory and resources. (correct)

Threads have their own independent memory space.

Processes share resources with other processes.

Which of the following correctly defines a thread?

A thread is an independent program with its own resources.

A thread operates in isolation, similar to a process.

A thread cannot run independently.

A thread is the smallest unit of execution within a process. (correct)

What is the major advantage of using threads in an application?

Threads operate without any communication between them.

Context switching between processes is faster than between threads.

Threads require more memory than processes.

Threads make it easier to parallelize tasks within an application. (correct)

Why is context switching between processes considered resource-intensive?

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In what way do threads differ from processes in terms of memory management?

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Study Notes

Process

Definition: An independent program running, with its own memory and resources allocated by the operating system.
Characteristics:
- Has its own memory (separate address space).
- Isolated from other processes.
- Context switching between processes is resource-intensive.

Thread

Definition: The smallest execution unit within a process, sharing the process's resources.
Characteristics:
- Shares memory and resources with other threads within the same process.
- Context switching is faster.
- Considered a lightweight process because multiple threads can exist in one process.
- Efficient for parallel data execution, like handling user interactions and background tasks.

Summary

Process: An independent execution unit with its own memory and resources.
Thread: A lightweight execution unit sharing memory and resources within a process.

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This quiz covers the key definitions and characteristics of processes and threads in operating systems. Learn about the differences between independent processes and lightweight threads, including their memory management and context switching. Enhance your understanding of these fundamental concepts in concurrent programming.