WHAT IS IPC SYSTEM?

IPC, or Inter-Process Communication, is a set of techniques and mechanisms that enable

different processes in a computer system to communicate and share data with each other.
It allows processes to exchange information, coordinate actions, and synchronize their
activities, enabling the seamless interaction between various software components or
applications running on a computer or across a network. IPC is fundamental for
multitasking, parallel processing, and distributed computing, ensuring efficient and
coordinated operation of different processes within a computing environment.
1. POSIX SHARED MEMORY
POSIX shared memory is a mechanism in Unix-like operating systems, adhering to
POSIX standards, that allows processes to share a region of memory. This shared
memory can be accessed by multiple processes, enabling efficient inter-process
communication. It provides a fast and flexible way for processes to exchange data by
mapping a shared portion of memory into their own address spaces. This shared memory
segment is identified by a unique name in the file system namespace, allowing unrelated
processes to communicate through this shared region. Access control mechanisms ensure
secure data sharing between processes.
2. MACH
The Mach IPC (Inter-Process Communication) System is a component of the Mach
microkernel operating system. Mach is designed to be highly modular, with the IPC
system serving as a crucial mechanism for communication between different processes
and tasks. In Mach, IPC is achieved through a set of well-defined message-passing
mechanisms. Processes can send and receive messages, allowing them to exchange data,
synchronize activities, and cooperate seamlessly. Mach's IPC system is known for its
efficiency, flexibility, and ability to support complex inter-process communication
patterns, making it a key feature in the Mach microkernel architecture.
3. Windows XP

In Windows XP, IPC (Inter-Process Communication) allows processes to communicate

and share data. Methods include:

1. Named Pipes: Enables local or network communication for data exchange between
processes.
2. Mailslots: Simple messaging system where processes broadcast messages to multiple
recipients.
3. Dynamic Data Exchange (DDE): Older technology allowing data sharing between
Windows applications.
4. Windows Sockets (Winsock): Facilitates network communication, enabling processes
to interact over TCP/IP protocols.