Which of the following statements is NOT true about virtual memory in an operating system?

Question

Which of the following statements is NOT true about virtual memory in an operating system?

1. A. It allows programs to use more memory than the physically available RAM
2. B. It uses disk space to extend the apparent main memory
3. C. It permanently stores running processes in secondary storage (Correct answer)
4. D. It loads only required portions of programs into RAM when needed

Correct Answer

Option C — It permanently stores running processes in secondary storage

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is It permanently stores running processes in secondary storage.

Key Points

• Virtual memory does not permanently store running processes in secondary storage - it uses demand paging, loading only required portions into RAM.
• Processes are not permanently stored in the swap space.