Page file is an optional hidden system file on hard disk. Enables physical RAM extension by removing infrequently accessed pages. Supports system crash dumps and extends committed memory
Virtual memory uses hard disk space as RAM when RAM is insufficient. Performance depends on storage quality, SSDs are faster than HDDs. Windows automatically configures virtual memory but can be reset
Memory manager handles main memory resources for computer processing units. Activities include validation, allocation, deallocation, and defragmentation. Memory management schemes vary in performance and efficiency
Error occurs when PC runs out of system and video memory. Error message appears during gameplay, especially in games like The Last of Us
Swap space is Linux's virtual memory used when physical RAM is exhausted. It moves inactive data from RAM to swap space for system responsiveness. Excessive swap usage can degrade system performance
Error occurs when application can't read assigned physical memory. Usually caused by malware, corrupted system files, or incompatible programs