28.5. Garbage Collection (GC)

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is Garbage Collection in Java?

   Hint

   Think about how Java handles memory automatically.

2. 2.

   What are the two main generations in Garbage Collection?

   Hint

   One is for new objects, while the other is for longer-lived objects.

3. 3.

   Which generation in Java garbage collection is primarily for new objects?

   • Old Generation
   • Young Generation
   • Permanent Generation

   Hint

   Consider where freshly created objects go.

4. 4.

   True or False: The G1 garbage collector eliminates the need for tuning.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about any collection method's adaptability.

5. 5.

   Given an application running on Java with high memory usage, describe how you would approach tuning its garbage collection settings.

   Hint

   Look at both the performance and user experience aspects.

6. 6.

   Explain the potential impact of using the Serial GC in a multi-threaded application.

   Hint

   Think about how many threads are available and how they can be utilized.