BCA Semester 6 – Network Programming – Unit 9: Nonblocking I/O (3Hrs)

Question 1

Define Non-blocking I/O. Differentiate between blocking and non-blocking socket communication in Java.

Marks: 5

Year: 2021 Final TU FOHSS

1. Definition of Non-blocking I/O Non-blocking I/O is a mode of input/output operation where: - The program does not wait for the operation to complete. - If the data is not available immediately, th

Question 2

How blocking I/O is different from Non-Blocking I/O? Explain the basic mechanism of handling Buffers and Channels in Java with an example.

Marks: 10

Year: 2022 Final TU FOHSS

1. Difference Between Blocking I/O and Non-Blocking I/O | Feature | Blocking I/O | Non-Blocking I/O | |---------|-------------|----------------| | Behavior | The program waits until the operation (rea

Question 3

Define Buffer. Explain buffer handling methods.

Marks: 5

Year: 2023 Final TU FOHSS

1. Definition of Buffer A Buffer in Java NIO is a contiguous block of memory used to store data temporarily while transferring it between a Channel and an application. - Buffers are type-specific, e

Question 4

Explain central abstractions of Java NIO.

Marks: 5

Year: 2024 Final TU FOHSS

1. Introduction Java NIO (New Input/Output) is an alternative I/O API introduced in Java 1.4 to provide: - Non-blocking I/O - High performance - Efficient buffer management Unlike traditional I/O, NIO