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How much data can a Linux pipe buffer? Is this configurable?



And does it make a difference if both ends of the pipe are in the same process, but different threads?



Please note: this "same process, two threads" question is a theoretical side bar, the real question is about buffering.










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How much data can a Linux pipe buffer? Is this configurable?



And does it make a difference if both ends of the pipe are in the same process, but different threads?



Please note: this "same process, two threads" question is a theoretical side bar, the real question is about buffering.










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How much data can a Linux pipe buffer? Is this configurable?



And does it make a difference if both ends of the pipe are in the same process, but different threads?



Please note: this "same process, two threads" question is a theoretical side bar, the real question is about buffering.










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How much data can a Linux pipe buffer? Is this configurable?



And does it make a difference if both ends of the pipe are in the same process, but different threads?



Please note: this "same process, two threads" question is a theoretical side bar, the real question is about buffering.







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