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How does GCD manage thread pool internally?
Updated May 17, 2026
Short answer
GCD dynamically manages a shared thread pool based on system load and QoS.
Deep explanation
GCD does not create one thread per task. Instead, it maintains a pool of worker threads. It schedules blocks based on QoS priority, system load, and CPU availability. Threads are reused to reduce overhead.
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