(algorithm)
Definition: A memory allocation strategy which recursively divides allocatable blocks of memory into pairs of adjacent equal-sized blocks called "buddies".
Note: This term is included to minimize confusion with a buddy tree. After LK.
Author: PEB
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Entry modified 24 August 2017.
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Paul E. Black, "buddy system", in
Dictionary of Algorithms and Data Structures [online], Paul E. Black, ed. 24 August 2017. (accessed TODAY)
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