deadlock

Etymology

Definitions

1. 1

   A standstill resulting from the opposition of two evenly matched forces

   A standstill resulting from the opposition of two evenly matched forces; a stalemate or impasse.

   • The negotiation ended in deadlock, with neither party willing to compromise on the price.
2. 2

   An inability to continue due to two programs or devices each requiring a response from…

   An inability to continue due to two programs or devices each requiring a response from the other before completing an operation.

3. 3

   Synonym of deadbolt (“type of lock”).

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   1. 4

      To cause or come to a deadlock.

   2. 5

      To bring to a state of deadlock.

      • Since we cannot solve this problem completely, it may sometimes be better to use explicit locks and risk deadlock if a thread exits unexpectedly. It may be better to have a deadlocked system than to have a corrupted system.

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