loop ocupado
1. A programming construct where a loop continuously executes without performing any useful work, typically consuming CPU resources while waiting for a condition to change
The developer accidentally created a busy loop that caused the application to freeze and use 100% CPU.
O desenvolvedor acidentalmente criou um loop ocupado que fez a aplicação congelar e usar 100% de CPU.
2. An inefficient waiting mechanism where a process repeatedly checks a condition in a tight loop rather than using interrupts or blocking operations
Instead of using a busy loop to wait for user input, the program should implement proper event handling.
Em vez de usar um loop ocupado para aguardar entrada do usuário, o programa deveria implementar manipulação de eventos apropriada.
This is primarily a technical term used in computer science and software engineering contexts in both English and Portuguese-speaking countries. It's more prevalent in professional programming discussions, academic settings, and technical documentation. The term reflects common programming pitfalls that developers must learn to avoid for optimal system performance.
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