Maximum user space

[Michael Velez]

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> What is the maximum memory allocation for a user process?  
> Where does one look to find that information about the running system?
> 
> Thanks.
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Is ulimit what you're looking for?

Also check out the system calls getrlimit() and setrlimit().  I haven't used
them for years so other people on the list would be more able to help you
out with specifics.

Michael