HeapSegment
HeapSegment is a data structure used in memory management, particularly within certain programming language runtimes or operating system kernels. It represents a contiguous block of memory allocated from the overall heap. Think of it as a chunk of the heap that has been reserved for a specific purpose.
The primary function of a HeapSegment is to provide a localized area for dynamic memory allocation. When
HeapSegments often have associated metadata, such as their size, their current usage status (how much memory
The concept of HeapSegments is crucial for implementing various memory management strategies, like garbage collection or