The New Hacker's Dictionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: swap. 1. [techspeak] To move information from a fast-access memory to a slow-access memory (swap out), or vice versa (swap in). Often refers specifically to the use of disks as virtual memory.
Under the terms of the deal, CA Tech has agreed to pay $19.50 per share, translating to approximately $480 million, for Rally. Founded in 2001, Colorado-based Rally Software filed a $70 million IPO in 2013. Now with more than 500 employees across four continents, Rally produced $88 million in sales in fiscal 2015.
First and foremost, it is still a work in progress whose connection to the core League of Legends business model is âtough to measureâ. While Riot wonât say how much running the LCS costs them, Beck did say that, âItâs a significant investment that weâre not making money from. Itâs an investment into the game, for our fans, just like weâd invest in any other feature within the game. Itâs a worthwhile thing for us to do because itâs such a high quality, engaging experience for our fans.â Whatever the cost, Beck and Riot are happy with how much League has evolved this year, and where it is headed next.