Fun with Processes and Threads

What is a process?

• A process is a random occurrence without any structure.

• A process is an unplanned event that happens spontaneously.

• A process is a series of actions or steps taken to achieve a specific goal.

• A process is a single action taken at any time.

What is a thread?

• A thread is a single unit of data storage.

• A thread is a lightweight process that can run concurrently with other threads.

• A thread is a type of hardware component.

• A thread is a programming language used for web development.

Can a process have multiple threads?

• No, threads are not part of a process.

• Yes, a process can have multiple threads.

• Yes, but only if it is a background process.

• No, a process can only have one thread.

What do we call the way a computer decides which process to run?

• Resource distribution

• Process scheduling

• Task allocation

• Process management

What is multitasking?

• The process of completing tasks sequentially one after another.

• Multitasking is the ability to handle more than one task at the same time.

• A method of prioritizing tasks based on importance.

• The ability to focus on a single task without distractions.

What happens when a process is waiting for something?

• The process enters a blocked state and cannot proceed until the resource becomes available.

• The process enters a ready state and waits for CPU time.

• The process is terminated immediately.

• The process continues running without interruption.

What is a CPU?

• The CPU is a storage device for data.

• The CPU is a type of software.

• The CPU is the main processing unit of a computer.

• The CPU is a peripheral device for input.

Why do we need to schedule processes?

• To reduce the overall system performance.

• To increase the number of processes running simultaneously.

• To eliminate the need for memory management.

• To manage CPU time and resources efficiently.

What is a context switch?

• A context switch is the mechanism by which a CPU switches from one process or thread to another.

• A context switch is a process of merging two threads into one.

• A context switch is a method for increasing CPU speed.

• A context switch is when a CPU shuts down to save power.

Can threads in the same process share data?

• Only the main thread can access shared data.

• No, threads in the same process cannot share data.

• Threads in different processes can share data.

• Yes, threads in the same process can share data.