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Understanding Multithreading in Python

Multithreading is a technique where multiple threads are spawned by a process to execute multiple tasks concurrently. Threads run in the same memory space, which makes it easier to share data between threads than between processes. Python provides a built-in module called threading to work with threads.





Why Use Multithreading?


Multithreading can be beneficial for:



  • Performing I/O-bound tasks concurrently.

  • Improving the responsiveness of applications.

  • Utilizing the capabilities of multi-core processors.


However, it's important to note that …

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