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In Java, weak references are a unique type of reference used to handle objects that may be garbage collected if no strong references exist. This article delves into the role of weak references in collections, their benefits, and how they are used in memory management, with code examples to demonstrate their functionality.
Holding strong references in Java collections can lead to memory management challenges, particularly with garbage collection and memory leaks. This article explores the implications of using strong references in collections, along with best practices and code examples to help developers optimize memory usage.