28.7.2. GC Tuning

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does GC stand for?

   Hint

   It's a memory management term.

2. 2.

   Name one garbage collection algorithm.

   Hint

   Think of common JVM settings.

3. 3.

   What does GC stand for?

   • Garbage Count
   • Garbage Collection
   • Generalized Collection

   Hint

   Think about how Java manages memory.

4. 4.

   True or False: The G1 garbage collector is best for applications with predictable pauses.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the collector's purpose.

5. 5.

   Given an application suffering from frequent long pauses, evaluate which garbage collector might be the best solution and why.

   Hint

   Think about the characteristics of each collector.

6. 6.

   Describe the steps you would take to optimize an application using Serial GC for large memory requirements.

   Hint

   Review the limitations of the Serial GC in relation to your application's needs.