LinkedLists
Definition
LinkedLists are linear data structures where each element, called a node, contains a reference to the next node in the sequence. They provide efficient insertion and deletion operations but have slower access times compared to arrays.
Analogy
Imagine a chain of people holding hands, where each person knows only the person next to them. LinkedLists work similarly, with each node pointing to the next node in line.
Related terms
Arrays: Arrays are fixed-size collections of elements stored in contiguous memory locations. They provide fast access to individual elements but have limited flexibility for insertion and deletion operations.
Stacks: A stack is a data structure that follows the Last-In-First-Out (LIFO) principle, where elements are added and removed from only one end.
Queues: A queue is a data structure that follows the First-In-First-Out (FIFO) principle, where elements are added at one end and removed from the other end.
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