Match each correct item with the statement below.
-Identifies a channel that passes information from one process in memory to another, and in some cases can be mediated by files on the hard drive.
A)log file
B)tac command
C)directory
D)named pipe
E)egrep command
F)socket file
G)head command
H)special device file
I)linked files

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A named pipe is a type of inter-process communication (IPC) mechanism that allows the passing of information from one process to another.

Answer: F 
 A socket file is another type of IPC mechanism that allows processes to communicate with each other. It is often used in network communication, but can also be used for inter-process communication on a single machine.

Answer: H 
 Special device files are used to access hardware devices and other system resources. They can also be used for IPC, such as accessing shared memory between processes.

Match Each Correct Item with the Statement Below