Practice Locks And Semaphores (8.6.1) - Multicore

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Question 1.
What is the primary purpose of a lock?
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Think about what happens when multiple threads try to access the same data.
Question 2.
Define semaphore in your own words.
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Consider its role in threading.
3Question 3.
What do locks control?
- Access to a resource
- Thread execution order
- Memory consumption
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Consider what threads compete for when they work simultaneously.
4Question 4.
True or False: A semaphore allows multiple threads to access a resource based on counting.
- True
- False
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Think about how semaphore counts manage access.
Question 5.
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.
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Focus on resource contention and evaluate thread waits.
Question 6.
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.
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Consider the sequence of acquiring resources.

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