= Concurrent mark sweep collector
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The Concurrent Mark-Sweep (CMS) collector is a garbage collection algorithm used in Java's Garbage Collection (GC) process. It is primarily designed for applications that require low pause times and is part of the Java HotSpot VM. Here’s a breakdown of its components and workings: \#\#\# Overview of CMS - **Purpose**: The CMS collector aims to minimize the application pause times that occur during garbage collection cycles, making it suitable for applications with real-time requirements or those that are sensitive to latency.
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