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ahmadmanga (72)in LeoFinance • 2 days ago

Understanding Linux RAM Usage

Linux is often misconceived as "stealing" RAM, but this is usually due to a misunderstanding of how the operating system utilizes memory for disc caching, making systems faster and more responsive.

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ahmadmanga (72) 2 days ago

Common Misconceptions

🤔 Many Linux users mistakenly believe that their system is using too much RAM, when in reality, the operating system is simply borrowing unused memory for disc caching.
📊 This disc caching can make it seem like the system is low on free memory, but in actuality, everything is functioning as intended.
🚫 The primary misconception is that disc caching takes memory away from applications, which is not the case.

How Disc Caching Works

💻 Disc caching involves loading commonly used elements into memory, making subsequent loads considerably faster.
📈 This process is similar to how web browsers cache websites, loading them faster on subsequent visits.
📊 The system can release cached memory back to applications if needed, ensuring that memory is allocated efficiently.

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ahmadmanga (72) 2 days ago

Checking Available RAM

📊 The free command can be used to check available RAM, but it's essential to understand the difference between "free" and "available" memory.
📈 Available memory includes cached memory that can be freed for applications, providing a more accurate representation of usable RAM.

When to Worry About RAM Usage

🚨 If free memory is close to zero and available memory is low, or if swap usage is increasing, it may indicate a legitimate memory issue.
📊 However, if available memory is sufficient and swap usage remains steady, the system is likely healthy and utilizing memory efficiently.

Adjusting Swappiness

📊 Linux's swappiness value controls how aggressively the system moves inactive memory pages to swap, with higher values being more aggressive.
🚫 However, disabling disc caching is generally not recommended, as it can degrade system performance.

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