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# [Orphan and zombie process](https://urgen.com.np/orphan-and-zombie-process?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Orphan Process An orphan process is a process that no longer has a parent process. This can occur when the parent terminates before the child. In most operating systems, the orphan process is adopted by the init process (usually PID 1), which ensures...

Dec 14, 2025 · 2 min read · urgen.com.np  
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