MasterSlaveFunktion
MasterSlaveFunktion, also referred to as a Master-Slave function, is a coordination pattern in which a single component designated as the master controls one or more subordinate components designated as slaves. The master issues commands, distributes timing signals, or coordinates data flow, while the slaves respond to the master’s directives and may report status or results. This arrangement is used to organize sequencing, synchronization, and resource access in a structured way.
Common application areas include database replication, industrial automation, and distributed systems. In database replication, a master
Key implementation considerations involve reliable communication, latency, and synchronization. Designers address how to handle master failure,
Modern practice often seeks to replace or complement the traditional terminology with alternatives such as primary/replica