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Data Structures and Algorithms:

Queues
Queues are fundamental data structures with diverse applications in computer science. We'll explore their
operations, implementations, and real-world uses.

By Nuthan M
What is a Queue?
A queue is a linear data structure that follows the First- Think of a queue as a waiting line, where new elements
In, First-Out (FIFO) principle. Imagine a line at a store. are added to the rear (end) and removed from the
The person who joins first gets served first. front.
Key Queue
Operations
1 Enqueue 2 Dequeue
Adds an element to the Removes an element
rear of the queue. from the front of the
queue.

3 Peek 4 IsEmpty
Returns the element at Checks if the queue is
the front of the queue empty.
without removing it.
Enqueue and
Dequeue
Enqueue
Adding a new item to the rear of the queue. It's like
joining the end of a line.

Dequeue
Removing the front item from the queue. It's like the
first person in line being served.
Queue
Implementation
Arrays Linked Lists
Using an array to store Employing a linked list to
queue elements, with represent the queue, with
special handling for circular pointers connecting nodes
buffer logic. for efficient enqueue and
dequeue operations.
Applications of
Queues
Printing Tasks Keyboard Buffer
Queueing print jobs to be Storing keystrokes temporarily
processed one by one. until the system processes
them.

Network Routing
Managing data packets in a
network, ensuring they reach
their destination in order.
Advantages of
Queues
FIF
1
O

Efficient Processing
2
Prioritizing tasks based on arrival order, ensuring
fairness.

Simplified
3 Management
Easy to track and manage data flow, reducing
complexity.

Versatile
4 Applications
Suitable for various scenarios, from simple tasks to complex
systems.
Limitations of
Queues
1 Limited
Access

Fixed Order
2
Elements are processed strictly in the order they were
added.

Potential for
3 Blocking
If the queue is full, new elements cannot be
enqueued.
Variations of
Queues
1 2
Priority Queue Double-Ended Queue
Elements are processed based (Deque)
on their priority, not arrival Allows adding or removing
order. elements from both ends.

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