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What is malloc doing, anyway?
malloc has a very nice and simple interface: you ask for a certain amount of memory, and you’re given a void pointer to your block of contiguous bytes that’s been magicked into existence. Once you’re done with it, you call free with the same pointer and the memory disappears into the ether.
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Systems & PerformanceSoftware Engineering2026
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| Submitted | Title on HN | Points | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 9, 2026 | What is malloc doing, anyway? by benmandrew | 132 | 28 |
