An infinite loop is a programming construct where a set of instructions keeps repeating indefinitely, causing the program to get stuck and not progress further.
Imagine being in a never-ending line at a popular amusement park ride. No matter how long you wait, the ride never stops, and you're stuck in that loop forever.
Ctrl+C: A keyboard shortcut used to terminate or stop the execution of a program. It interrupts the infinite loop and allows the program to continue running normally.
Fixed number of repetitions: This term refers to a loop that executes a specific number of times before it terminates. Unlike an infinite loop, which goes on forever, this type of loop has a predetermined end point.
Loop condition: The condition that determines whether a loop should continue executing or terminate. In an infinite loop, this condition is always true, resulting in an endless repetition.
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