Databases & Storage
What are the differences among database locks
Database locks serialize access to data, preventing concurrent modifications that could lead to inconsistency. Different lock types offer varying degrees of concurrency and isolation, impacting system performance and data integrity.
Exclusive Lock (X-lock)Shared Lock (S-lock)Row-Level LockTable-Level LockKey-Range LockTwo-Phase Locking (2PL)Isolation LevelsRead CommittedSerializableLock Contention
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