6.5.2 - Benefits of Virtual Memory
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What is process isolation in virtual memory?
💡 Hint: Think about why computers prevent one program from accessing another's data.
How does virtual memory increase memory efficiency?
💡 Hint: Consider scenarios where the physical RAM is full.
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What does virtual memory primarily allow a computer to do?
💡 Hint: Think of how additional space can fill in for limited resources.
True or False: Each process in virtual memory can access the memory space of other processes.
💡 Hint: Consider the security aspect of memory management.
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You are tasked with designing an operating system that implements virtual memory. Discuss three critical features you would include to ensure effective process isolation.
💡 Hint: Consider the aspects that prevent conflicts in shared environments.
Analyze the performance trade-offs of using virtual memory in a multi-tasking environment. Discuss how page faults affect overall system speed.
💡 Hint: Think about how often swapping occurs relative to application performance.
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