Interprocess Communications in Linux®: The Nooks & Crannies

Chapter 11. Threads

Introduction

A variety of techniques can be used to solve a problem. One common programming methodology is to divide the problem into smaller specific subtasks. Then, given the nature of the subtasks and the sequence in which they must be done, parcel them out to separate processes (generated via a fork system call). Then, if needed, have the processes communicate with one another using interprocess communication constructs. When each of the subtasks (processes) is finished, its solved portion of the problem is integrated into the whole to provide an overall solution. Indeed, this approach is the basis for distributed computation. ...