Chapter15.The DB2 Memory Model

Chapter 15. The DB2 Memory Model

It is important that you understand how and when DB2 allocates and utilizes its memory to enable you to design and set up your applications optimally so they won't interfere with the database on the server.

In this chapter you will learn about:

• How and when DB2 allocates memory

• DB2's use of shared and private memory

• 32-bit and 64-bit considerations for DB2

• Optimizing Windows memory using AWE