Python: Start a new process replacing the current process
18. Replace Current Process
Write a Python program to start a new process replacing the current process.
Sample Solution:
Python Code :
main.py:
import os
import sys
program = "python"
arguments = ["hello.py"]
print(os.execvp(program, (program,) + tuple(arguments)))
print("Goodbye")
hello.py:
print("Operating System Services Exercises-18")
Sample Output:
Operating System Services Exercises-18
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