Java Memory Concepts
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Heap
The heap is the runtime data area in the JVM where all class instances and arrays are allocated. The heap is allocated when the JVM starts, and it may be of a fixed or variable size. The objects that are no longer in use are automatically reclaimed by a garbage collector. Metrics reflecting heap usage are exposed by the Memory MBean, which can be obtained from the platform MBean server.