The Wound-Wait Scheme is a deadlock prevention mechanism used in database systems to manage resource allocation and avoid circular wait conditions. In this scheme, if a transaction requests a resource held by another transaction, the requesting transaction either waits if it is older or wounds (preempts) the younger transaction to prevent deadlock.

Wound-Wait Scheme

deadlock prevention mechanism

Resource allocation is the strategic distribution of available assets to various projects or departments to optimize efficiency and achieve organizational goals. It involves decision-making processes to ensure that limited resources are used effectively to maximize output and minimize waste.

resource allocation

circular wait conditions

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