COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS

COMPUTER SOFTWARE

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What happens when a computer runs out of RAM?
A
Virtual networks can be used
B
Virtual storage is used
C
Virtual servers are used
D
Virtual memory is used
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The size of virtual storage is limited by the amount of secondary storage, as well as the addressing scheme with the computer system. Thrashing can occur if there is not enough RAM, which will make the computer perform slower. It may take time to switch between applications using virtual memory.

Detailed explanation-2: -If your system has to rely too heavily on virtual memory, you will notice a significant performance drop. The key is to have enough RAM to handle everything you tend to work on simultaneously–then, the only time you “feel” the slowness of virtual memory is is when there’s a slight pause when you’re changing tasks.

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