Virtual address

(computer science) A symbol that can be used as a valid address part but does not necessarily designate an actual location.

In computer terminology a virtual address is an address identifying a virtual (non-physical) entity. The term virtual address is most commonly used for virtual memory or virtual network address.

See Also:

• Page table
• Physical address
• Mail Drop
• Virtual office

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