Description: Memory throttling is a fundamental technique in resource management of operating systems, designed to control the amount of memory that applications can use. This technique is crucial to prevent excessive resource consumption, which could lead to system instability or poor performance. In the context of operating systems, memory throttling is implemented to ensure that each process has access to a specific amount of memory, preventing a single process from monopolizing available resources. This management is carried out through two modes of operation: kernel mode and user mode. In kernel mode, the operating system has full access to memory and can perform critical operations, while in user mode, applications have restricted access to memory, helping to protect system integrity and prevent crashes. Memory throttling not only enhances system stability but also optimizes performance by ensuring that resources are equitably distributed among running applications. This technique is essential in multitasking environments, where multiple processes must coexist and operate efficiently without interfering with each other.
