What is the relationship between processes and threads in a multithreaded application?

[ProfRon]

Processes act like big bosses in your app. They handle all the heavy lifting on their own. Threads are like the boss's crew members. They share the same workspace and tools inside that process.

You know how one process keeps everything organized? It makes sure threads don't step on each other too much. In a multithreaded app, multiple threads hustle together within one process. They split tasks to speed things up.

I picture it as a kitchen in a restaurant. The process is the whole kitchen setup. Threads are the chefs chopping and stirring at once. They use the same fridge and stove, so coordination matters.

If threads mess up, the whole process feels it. But they communicate easier since they're in the same space. You get faster work without starting separate kitchens everywhere.

Threads can't wander off to other processes easily. That keeps your app tidy and efficient. I love how it mimics real teamwork in code.

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