PCPP2 Network Programming Practice Question
When using select.select(inputs, outputs, exceptions), what does the 'outputs' list signify?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Sockets that are ready to send data without blocking.
The 'outputs' list contains sockets that are monitored for readiness to accept data for writing without blocking.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Sockets that are ready to send data without blocking.
Why this is correct
Writing to these sockets will not trigger a block.
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Sockets that are closed for writing.
Why it's wrong here
This is not what the select list monitors.
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Sockets that have finished writing.
Why it's wrong here
It indicates sockets that are currently writable.
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Sockets that have received an interrupt signal.
Why it's wrong here
Exceptions are handled by the third parameter.
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