16. Describe the role of the `void *(*start_routine)(void *)` argument in `pthread_create()
4. How does `pthread_create()` work and what arguments does it require to create a thread?
14. What are some common error codes returned by `pthread_create()`
15. How does `pthread_create()` facilitate parallel processing
7. Describe the advantages of using Pthreads over processes in developing concurrent programs.
8. Explain the function and usage of `pthread_join()` and how it helps in thread synchronization.
12. Explain the four arguments of `pthread_create()` and their significance in thread creation.
11. What is the purpose of the `pthread_create()` function in POSIX threads
5. What is the significance of thread states like running, blocked, and waiting
9. How does shared memory between threads in Pthreads simplify communication compared to processes?
6. What challenges are commonly associated with using Pthreads, such as race conditions and deadlock
13. What happens if `pthread_create()` is called with a NULL value for the `attr` parameter?
17. What is the purpose of the `pthread_exit()` function in POSIX threads
18. Explain how the `void *retval` argument in `pthread_exit()` is used
20. What is the difference between joinable and detached threads
19. How does calling `pthread_exit()` in the main thread affect the behavior of the entire process?
3. What are the main components of a POSIX thread?
2. Explain the key differences between threads and processes in Linux
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1. What are POSIX Threads (Pthreads) and why are they used in Linux?
10. What is a race condition, and how can it be avoided when using Pthreads?
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