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Limited Traversal

Definition

Limited traversal refers to the process of accessing only a portion of a data structure, such as an array or list, instead of traversing through the entire structure. It allows for efficient retrieval and manipulation of specific elements within the data structure.

Analogy

Imagine you have a bookshelf filled with books. Limited traversal is like picking out only certain books from the shelf without having to go through every single book. You can quickly find and interact with the books you need without wasting time on the ones you don't.

Related terms

Different Start Index: Refers to specifying a starting point within a data structure when performing limited traversal. It allows you to begin accessing elements from a specific position rather than starting at the beginning.

Different End Index: Refers to specifying an ending point within a data structure when performing limited traversal. It allows you to stop accessing elements at a particular position instead of going all the way to the end.

Subarray: A subarray is a contiguous section or subset of an array that is obtained by selecting elements using limited traversal. It helps in isolating and working with specific parts of an array efficiently.