How can I avoid livelock in my system?

What is livelock and how does it differ from deadlock?

Livelock occurs when processes continuously change states in response to each other without making progress, unlike deadlock where processes are stuck.

What are some strategies to avoid livelock?

To avoid livelock, you can implement randomized backoff strategies, priority scheduling, or ensure that processes have a clear exit condition.

Can you give an example of livelock in a real-world scenario?

Sure! A common example is two cars at an intersection trying to yield to each other, resulting in neither moving.

How can I detect livelock in my application?

You can monitor system states and resource usage patterns, looking for processes that are active but not making progress.