Deep Dive: Processes vs. Threads - Understanding the Key Differences

21/08/2024 8 min
Deep Dive: Processes vs. Threads - Understanding the Key Differences

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Episode Synopsis


Dive into the world of operating systems as we unravel the complexities of processes and threads in this informative episode.

In this episode, we explore:

The fundamental differences between processes and threads, from independence to resource sharing
How memory management and communication methods vary between these two units of execution
The pros and cons of using processes vs threads in system design
Real-world applications in large-scale, high-concurrency systems


Join us for an in-depth exploration of these crucial concepts that every senior backend engineer should master.

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