Do strict alternation and Peterson's algorithm solve the critical section problem?

Answer 1

Yes, strict alternation and Peterson's algorithm both solve the critical section problem, which ensures that multiple processes can operate without interfering with each other's critical sections. Strict alternation enforces a rigid turn-taking mechanism, while Peterson's algorithm provides a more efficient solution using flags and a turn variable to allow mutual exclusion, progress, and bounded waiting. However, strict alternation can lead to inefficiencies and is not practical in real-world scenarios, whereas Peterson's algorithm is more efficient and widely used in theoretical contexts for two processes.