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Java Multithreading Guide: Benefits & Risks

The document provides an overview of multithreaded programming in Java, explaining the concept of threads as lightweight processes that allow concurrent execution to improve efficiency. It discusses the creation of threads using the Thread class and the Runnable interface, highlighting the advantages of the latter for better design. Additionally, it outlines the thread lifecycle and lists the advantages and disadvantages of using threads, including improved CPU utilization and risks like deadlock and difficult debugging.

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Java Multithreading Guide: Benefits & Risks

The document provides an overview of multithreaded programming in Java, explaining the concept of threads as lightweight processes that allow concurrent execution to improve efficiency. It discusses the creation of threads using the Thread class and the Runnable interface, highlighting the advantages of the latter for better design. Additionally, it outlines the thread lifecycle and lists the advantages and disadvantages of using threads, including improved CPU utilization and risks like deadlock and difficult debugging.

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MULTITHREADED

PROGRAMING.
Bharath S S

CSE(Cyber security).
What are Threads?
Thread is a Tiny program running continuously. It is
sometimes called as light-weight process. But there
lies differences between thread and process

Why Use Threads in Java?


A thread is the smallest unit of execution in a
program. In Java, threads allow us to run multiple
parts of a program concurrently (at the same time),
which improves efficiency and performance.
Creating Threads: Thread Class vs. Runnable
Interface
Extending Thread Class Implementing Runnable Interface
Simplest way: create a class that extends [Link] More flexible: create a class that implements
and override its run() method. [Link] and its run() method. Pass it to a
Thread constructor.
class MyThread extends Thread { public void class MyRunnable implements Runnable { public
run() { // Task to perform }} void run() { // Task to perform }}

Then, new MyThread().start(); Then, new Thread(new MyRunnable()).start();

The Runnable interface is generally preferred as it allows your class to extend other classes, promoting better design.
The Thread Lifecycle:

New Runnable

Terminated Blocked
Advantages & Disadvantages of Threads.

Advantages. Disadvantages.

• Better CPU Utilization • Risk of Deadlock


• Threads keep the processor busy by performing multiple • If threads wait for each other’s resources, the program
tasks simultaneously. may freeze (deadlock situation).
• Faster Execution • Difficult Debugging & Testing
• Tasks can run in parallel, reducing execution time. • Bugs caused by improper thread handling (like race
• Resource Sharing conditions) are difficult to reproduce and fix.

• • Unpredictable Results
Threads of the same process share memory and
resources, making communication easier. • If not handled properly, multiple threads accessing shared
• Low Cost resources can cause inconsistent or wrong results.

• Creating and switching between threads is cheaper than


processes.
Thank You!

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