multi-threading
[/ˈmʌlti ˈθrɛdɪŋ/]
noun
multithreading
1. A programming technique that allows a single process to execute multiple threads concurrently, enabling parallel processing within the same application
The application uses multi-threading to handle multiple user requests simultaneously without blocking the main thread.
A aplicação utiliza multithreading para lidar com múltiplas requisições de usuários simultaneamente sem bloquear a thread principal.
2. The capability of a processor or operating system to manage and execute multiple independent execution paths at the same time
Modern operating systems support multi-threading to improve CPU utilization and application responsiveness.
Sistemas operacionais modernos suportam multithreading para melhorar a utilização da CPU e a responsividade da aplicação.
3. A concurrent programming model where multiple threads within a single process share the same memory space and resources
Implementing multi-threading requires careful attention to thread synchronization to avoid race conditions.
Implementar multithreading requer cuidado especial com sincronização de threads para evitar condições de corrida.
Multi-threading is fundamental to modern software development in both Brazil and the USA. The term is predominantly used in its English form across both regions in technical documentation and programming discussions. Brazilian developers commonly use the English term 'multithreading' in code comments and technical discussions, though Portuguese translations exist in academic contexts.
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