The pthread library (libpthread) provides
interfaces for developing multi-threaded applications.
Summary of Change |
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A new API, pthread_yield(3T), is provided in pthread library.
libpthread provides a new function, pthread_yield, which enables the unbound thread to yield
in user space (yielding between user threads).
Impact |
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MxN application creating unbound threads (PTHREAD_SCOPE_PROCESS) can use the pthread_yield function.
Compatibility |
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There are no known compatibility issues. This is a new API in libpthread.
Performance |
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There are no known performance issues.
Documentation |
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For additional information, see the pthread_yield(3T) manpage.
Obsolescence |
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Not applicable.
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