Heap Management

Heap management is how a computer's system handles dynamic memory allocation, which is the process of assigning and releasing memory space as needed during program execution. Think of the heap as a flexible storage area that grows and shrinks to accommodate variable data like objects or user inputs. Proper heap management ensures that memory is used efficiently, prevents leaks (wasted space), and avoids errors like crashes. The system manages this through algorithms that allocate memory when needed and free it when no longer in use, maintaining overall system stability and performance.