How do I properly exit a thread in the pthreads library?

How do I properly exit a thread in the pthreads library?

To exit a thread in the pthreads library, you can use the pthread_exit() function. This allows the thread to terminate and return a value.

What happens if I don't call pthread_exit()?

If you don't call pthread_exit(), the thread will terminate when the function it was executing returns. However, this may not allow you to return a specific exit status.

Can I use return instead of pthread_exit()?

Yes, you can use return to exit a thread, but it will not allow you to specify a return value like pthread_exit() does.

Is there a way to join a thread after it exits?

Yes, you can use pthread_join() to wait for a thread to finish and retrieve its exit status.