shadow memory

noun

The use of one part of computer memory to store information about other parts of memory, used for example to keep track of which parts have been allocated by the program.

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Meanings

nounshadow memory (uncountable)
  1. uncountablecomputingThe use of one part of computer memory to store information about other parts of memory, used for example to keep track of which parts have been allocated by the program.
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