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ChatGPT Mac App Users Report Frustrating Memory Leak Issues

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Users of the ChatGPT Mac desktop application are reporting a significant memory leak issue. The problem causes Codex processes within the app to consume excessive system memory, leading to computer crashes and potential data loss. This issue appears to have emerged recently, prompting users to seek solutions for preventing or resolving the memory consumption. AI

IMPACT Potential disruption for users relying on the ChatGPT Mac app for productivity.

RANK_REASON User-reported bug in a specific application version.

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ChatGPT Mac App Users Report Frustrating Memory Leak Issues

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COVERAGE [1]

  1. r/OpenAI TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/green-gray ·

    Memory leak in ChatGPT Mac App?

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I’m a non coder working on building some prototype products for my company. </p> <p>I have been having a fantastic experience with the ChatGPT Mac desktop app overall, but have started to run into a real frustration. </p> <p>I keep finding my Cod…

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