How does Windows manage the non-paged pool and the paged pool in relation to kernel-mode memory?

[ProfRon]

So, you know how Windows handles that kernel-mode memory stuff? It splits it into these two pools, right? The non-paged one stays glued in physical RAM all the time. That way, the kernel grabs what it needs super quick, no waiting around.

I remember messing with this on my old setup. The paged pool acts different, though. Windows can swap chunks of it to the disk if RAM gets tight. Keeps things from crashing when you're running heavy apps.

You ever notice your system slowing down? That's often the pools juggling space. Non-paged holds drivers and critical bits that can't afford delays. Paged lets the OS breathe, offloading less urgent stuff.

I tinkered with tools to watch them once. Windows caps the non-paged to avoid hogging too much RAM. Paged grows as needed but watches for leaks. Keeps the kernel stable without you even knowing.

Picture your PC as a busy kitchen. Non-paged is the counter space always ready for hot pans. Paged is the fridge where you stash extras till later.

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