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What is a memory leak? Detection and prevention guide

A memory leak is when a program allocates memory but never releases it back to the system. This means your computer gradually runs out of available memory, like borrowing books from a library but never returning them.

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Key insight: A memory leak is when a program allocates memory but never releases it back to the system. This means your computer gradually runs out of available memory, like borrowing books from a library but never returning them.

A memory leak is when a program allocates memory but never releases it back to the system. This means your computer gradually runs out of available memory, like borrowing books from a library but never returning them.

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