Interrupt Handling

Interrupt handling is a process in computing where the system pauses its current tasks to respond to important events, called interrupts. These can be triggered by hardware, like a keyboard press, or software conditions, such as a timer expiration. When an interrupt occurs, the system saves its current state and executes a special routine to address the situation, then resumes the previous tasks. This ensures timely responses to critical events while maintaining system efficiency and functionality, allowing computers to perform multiple functions simultaneously without missing important signals.