Livelock vs. Deadlock — What's the Difference?

(computing) A state resembling deadlock in which various computational processes are constantly changing but never reach a point where any of them can proceed.

In concurrent computing, a deadlock is a state in which each member of a group waits for another member, including itself, to take action, such as sending a message or more commonly releasing a lock. Deadlocks are a common problem in multiprocessing systems, parallel computing, and distributed systems, where software and hardware locks are used to arbitrate shared resources and implement process synchronization.In an operating system, a deadlock occurs when a process or thread enters a waiting state because a requested system resource is held by another waiting process, which in turn is waiting for another resource held by another waiting process.

(computing) To enter a state of livelock.

A standstill resulting from the opposition of two unrelenting forces or factions.

(Sports) A tied score.

(Computers) A failure or inability to proceed due to two programs or devices both requiring a response from the other before completing an operation.

Chiefly British A deadbolt.

To bring or come to a deadlock.

A standstill resulting from the opposition of two evenly matched forces; a stalemate or impasse.

(computing) An inability to continue due to two programs or devices each requiring a response from the other before completing an operation.

(intransitive) To cause or come to a deadlock.

A lock which is not self-latching, but requires a key to throw the bolt forward.

A counteraction of things, which produces an entire stoppage; a complete obstruction of action.

A situation in which no progress can be made or no advancement is possible;