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What does the Sweep phase do in garbage collection?
Think about what happens after the Mark phase.
Why do we need garbage collection in Java?
Consider the role of memory in application performance.
What is the main function of the Sweep phase?
Recall the operation that follows marking in garbage collection.
True or False: The Sweep phase also compacts the memory.
Differentiate between the actions of Sweep and compact.
Imagine you have an application that hasn't performed a Sweep operation in a long time. Describe the potential consequences you might face regarding performance and resources.
Consider how the un-swept memory might affect allocations.
Given a scenario where object references are dynamically changing, how would you propose to manage the Sweep phase optimally?
Think about how dynamic reference management can inform your Sweep strategy.
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