Which technique is used to shift processes so they become contiguous and all free memory is combined into one block?

Asked In: BPSC TRE 1.0

Options

  • A. Fragmentation
  • B. Compaction
  • C. External Fragmentation
  • D. More than one of the above
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

B. Compaction

Detailed Explanation

Correct Answer: Compaction.

Explanation: Compaction relocates processes in memory so that scattered free memory spaces are combined into one large contiguous block. It helps reduce external fragmentation. Compaction may require relocation support and can be time-consuming.
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