Swap memory is used as an alternative to RAM, operating with disk space for temporary data storage. It is activated in emergency situations when RAM is fully utilized, and is slower compared to main memory. After use, the swap area is marked as ‘in use’, which in itself does not negatively affect the operating environment.
Importance of Swap Monitoring:
Persistent swap usage may be an indication that the system’s memory resources are undersized for current demands. Therefore, it is crucial to regularly monitor swap usage to ensure system optimization and health.
Swap Memory Expansion:
If you notice that the current swap capacity no longer meets your needs, or if preventive measures indicate the need for more space, swap memory expansion is possible. To do this, contact the technical support team. They will provide assistance to increase swap safely and appropriately for your environment.
Ensuring adequate swap capacity is critical to maintaining system performance and stability, especially in high memory demand scenarios.