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What is the difference between the start() and run() methods in Java?
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Answer from AI
start():- Starts a new thread.
- Calls the
run()method in this new thread. - The operating system manages thread scheduling and execution.
run():- Contains the code that will execute in the thread.
- If called directly (e.g.,
thread.run()), it will execute as a normal method in the current thread.
| Method | Execution | Thread Creation |
|---|---|---|
start() |
In a new thread created by JVM | Yes |
run() |
In the current thread, as a normal method | No |