Which OS function is responsible for allocating and de-allocating primary memory space to various running programs?

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A File Management
B Device Management
C Memory Management
D Security Management

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Answer: C. Memory Management

Correct Answer: C) Memory Management

Explanation: Memory management keeps track of every byte of primary memory (RAM) and decides which process gets memory, how much it gets, and when to free it up.

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Which OS function is responsible for allocating and de-allocating primary memory space to various running programs?

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