Virtual memory
Memory management technique presenting larger address space than physical memory through disk storage. Virtual memory enables running larger programs and multiple programs simultaneously.
Real World
Adobe Premiere Pro can edit 8K video projects larger than your laptop's 16 GB RAM because virtual memory maps unused timeline sections to your SSD, loading them only when you scrub to that point.
Exam Focus
For 'discuss' questions, balance the benefit of running larger programs against the performance cost of disk access.
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