Threading Overview

What is Threading?

Threading is a programming technique that allows multiple parts of a program to run concurrently.

The Core Concepts

- **Threads:** Lightweight processes within a single program.

- Context Switching:** The process of switching between threads – a small overhead.

- Concurrency:** The ability to execute multiple tasks simultaneously.

Benefits of Threading

- **Increased Responsiveness:** UI remains responsive while background tasks run.

- **Resource Utilization:** More efficient use of CPU resources.

- **Parallel Processing:** Executing multiple tasks concurrently.

Example

Consider a web server that handles multiple client requests. Each request can be handled by a separate thread.

You can find more information and tutorials on the official Mozilla developer site: Mozilla Developer Docs