Cryptocurrency Q&A
Why is swapping bad?
Why is swapping bad?
Isabella
Tue Dec 31 2024
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I've heard that swapping in computing can be problematic, but I'm not sure why. Could someone explain the reasons why swapping is considered bad or undesirable in a computing context?
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Bianca
Thu Jan 02 2025
Data transfer between RAM and disk is notably slower compared to accessing information directly from physical memory.
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DaeguDivaDanceQueen
Thu Jan 02 2025
This discrepancy in speed can result in a decline in system performance when data swapping becomes excessive.
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KatanaSwordsmanship
Thu Jan 02 2025
Multiple factors contribute to the performance degradation caused by excessive swapping.
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KpopStarlight
Wed Jan 01 2025
One of these factors is the speed of the disk, which can limit the rate of data transfer.
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KpopStarletShineBrightnessStarlight
Wed Jan 01 2025
Another crucial factor is the size of the swap file, which determines how much data can be swapped at any given time.
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