block fragmentation
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nounpl: block fragmentations
fragmentação de blocos
1. A computing condition where data blocks on a storage device are scattered non-contiguously, reducing read/write efficiency
The hard drive suffered from severe block fragmentation, causing slower file access times.
O disco rígido sofria com fragmentação de blocos severa, causando tempos de acesso a arquivos mais lentos.
2. In memory management, the division of available memory into small, separated blocks that are too small for efficient allocation
Memory block fragmentation can occur after multiple allocations and deallocations.
A fragmentação de blocos de memória pode ocorrer após múltiplas alocações e desalocações.
3. In urban planning or land management, the breaking up of land into small, non-contiguous parcels
Urban block fragmentation made it difficult to develop large projects.
A fragmentação de blocos urbanos dificultou o desenvolvimento de grandes projetos.
Block fragmentation is primarily a technical term used in computing and IT sectors in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it's more commonly discussed in tech companies, universities, and among IT professionals. The term has gained importance with discussions about storage optimization and system performance across all Portuguese-speaking regions.
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