Description: Heap management is a fundamental process in memory management that handles the allocation and deallocation of memory blocks in the heap, a region of memory used for dynamic allocation. Unlike static or stack memory, where the size and duration of data are fixed, the heap allows programs to request memory at runtime, providing flexibility and efficiency in resource usage. Heap management involves techniques to minimize fragmentation, optimize memory usage, and ensure that freed memory is available for future allocations. This is achieved through algorithms that manage the creation and destruction of objects, as well as the relocation of memory blocks. Proper heap management is crucial for application performance, especially in environments requiring intensive memory use, such as various software applications and systems. Poor management can lead to issues like memory leaks, where memory is not properly released, or fragmentation, which can result in inefficient use of available memory.
