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Here's a template for computer science class notes, covering essential topics in an

organized manner. This format can be adapted to different subjects within computer
science:

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# Computer Science Class Notes

## Lecture 1: Introduction to Computer Science

### Key Concepts

- **Definition of Computer Science**:


- The study of computers and computational systems.
- Involves theory, experimentation, and engineering.

- **History of Computer Science**:


- Key figures: Alan Turing, Ada Lovelace, John von Neumann.
- Evolution of computers: from mechanical machines to modern digital computers.

### Topics Covered

- **What is a Computer?**:
- An electronic device that manipulates information or data.
- Can store, retrieve, and process data.

- **Basic Components of a Computer**:


- **Hardware**: Physical parts of a computer (e.g., CPU, memory, storage
devices).
- **Software**: Instructions that tell the hardware what to do (e.g., operating
systems, applications).

- **Programming Languages**:
- High-level vs. low-level languages.
- Examples: Python, Java, C++.

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## Lecture 2: Algorithms and Data Structures

### Key Concepts

- **Algorithm**:
- A step-by-step procedure for solving a problem or performing a task.
- Characteristics: finite, clear, and effective.

- **Data Structure**:
- A way of organizing and storing data to enable efficient access and
modification.
- Examples: Arrays, Linked Lists, Stacks, Queues, Trees, Graphs.

### Topics Covered

- **Big O Notation**:
- Describes the performance or complexity of an algorithm.
- Common complexities: O(1), O(n), O(log n), O(n^2).

- **Sorting Algorithms**:
- **Bubble Sort**: Simple but inefficient for large datasets.
- **Merge Sort**: Efficient and commonly used.
- **Quick Sort**: Efficient

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