Memory management serves to which primary purpose?

• A. Speeds up network connections
• B. Optimizes the use of a computer or device
• C. Forces apps to close
• D. Encrypts data

Answer: (B)

Memory management aims to make efficient use of the computer’s memory resources. It decides which programs get memory, how much they get, and when memory should be freed or swapped out, all while keeping programs isolated from each other so they don’t interfere. By managing RAM, virtual memory, paging, and caches, the system can keep multiple applications running smoothly, respond quickly, and stay stable even under heavy use. That focus on optimizing how memory is allocated and used is what the option best captures.

Other choices don’t fit because speeding up network connections depends on network hardware and protocols, not how memory is managed. Forcing apps to close is a consequence of memory pressure, not the primary goal of memory management. Encrypting data is a security feature, not about how memory is allocated or used.