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What is the primary motive of a computer system?
To execute programs
What does memory management in an operating system handle?
Primary memory and process movement between main memory and disk
What is the essential requirement of memory management?
Dynamically allocate portions of memory to programs and free it for reuse
Why is it important to minimize fragmentation issues in memory management?
To optimize memory utilization and reduce wasted space
What role does the CPU play in fetching instructions from memory?
Fetches instructions from memory according to the value of the program counter
Explore the fundamental concepts of memory management in computer systems, including the storage and retrieval of data and instructions, the organization of memory, and the role of CPU in fetching instructions. Test your knowledge on main memory and its significance during program execution.
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