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How OS Manages Free Space - Memory Management

CodeHelp - by Babbar via YouTube

Overview

Dive into the intricacies of memory management in operating systems with this comprehensive 31-minute video lecture. Explore free space management techniques, including defragmentation and compaction processes. Learn about various allocation methods in contiguous memory management, such as First-Fit, Next-Fit, Best-Fit, and Worst-Fit algorithms. Compare these approaches to understand their strengths and weaknesses. Access accompanying slides and notes for enhanced learning, and join the Discord community for further discussions. Gain valuable insights into operating system memory management from instructor Lakshay Kumar, with additional resources and connections provided.

Syllabus

- Introduction
- Promotion
- Free Space Management in OS
- Defragmentation/Compaction
- Allocation methods in Contiguous memory management
- First-Fit
- Next-Fit
- Best-Fit
- Worst-Fit
- Comparison

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CodeHelp - by Babbar

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