memory overhead
[/ˈmɛməri ˈoʊvərˌhɛd/]
nounpl: memory overheads
sobrecarga de memória
1. The extra memory required by a system, application, or process beyond what is strictly necessary for its core functionality, including metadata, pointers, headers, and administrative data structures
The memory overhead of the virtual machine framework reduced the available RAM for actual applications.
A sobrecarga de memória do framework de máquina virtual reduziu a RAM disponível para aplicações reais.
2. Additional memory consumption caused by system operations such as context switching, garbage collection, or data structure management
Excessive memory overhead can significantly impact performance on embedded systems with limited resources.
A sobrecarga excessiva de memória pode impactar significativamente o desempenho em sistemas embarcados com recursos limitados.
3. The difference between the theoretical minimum memory needed and the actual memory consumed by an implementation
Developers must minimize memory overhead to optimize application performance.
Os desenvolvedores devem minimizar a sobrecarga de memória para otimizar o desempenho da aplicação.
This is a technical term primarily used in software development, system administration, and computer science fields in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, while 'sobrecarga de memória' is the literal translation, the English term 'overhead' is frequently retained in technical discourse, especially in software companies and tech startups. The concept is crucial in discussions about application performance optimization and resource management.
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