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Implementing your own garbage collector in Java


One of the most notable features of Java is the automatic memory management which provides Java Developers with the convenience of not having to manually manage the allocations and deallocations of memory in their code. At the same time, there can be cases where a Java Developer needs to create

The JCA is designed to simplify the creation of protocols like encryption, hashing, digital signatures, and key generation for Java developers Now let’s take a look at how the API works for this process. Since Java itself manages memory through its own garbage collector, we will have to simulate a simplified scenario where we explicitly track root objects in a small custom framework. Please note that it is essential for me to emphasize that the code and techniques presented here are intended solely for educational purposes and should never be employed in real-world applications without careful consideration and expert guidance.

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