Description: The term ‘out of memory’ refers to an error condition that occurs in computing when a program attempts to allocate memory and there is not enough available to satisfy that request. This issue can arise due to various reasons, such as a lack of physical memory (RAM) or memory fragmentation, where the available space is not contiguous and therefore cannot be used effectively. When a program encounters this situation, it may experience crashes, freezes, or even unexpected termination of the process. Memory management is a critical aspect of system design, as it ensures that memory resources are used efficiently and that programs can run without interruptions. The ‘out of memory’ condition not only affects system performance but can also impact user experience, as it may lead to data loss or the need to restart applications. To mitigate this problem, systems implement various memory management techniques, such as paging and segmentation, which allow for more flexible and efficient use of available resources.
