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Introduction to Linear Data in Data

Structures
• Shrinath Govind Shinde
• College/Department
Introduction to Data Structures

• Data structures organize and store data for efficient access and modification.
• Types: Linear and Non-linear
What is Linear Data?

• Linear data structures store data in a sequential manner.


• Examples: Arrays, Linked Lists, Stacks, Queues
Characteristics of Linear Data
Structures
• Sequential Access: Data is stored and accessed in a linear order.
• Memory Allocation: Can be static or dynamic.
• Operations: Insertion, deletion, traversal, etc.
Types of Linear Data Structures

• Array: Fixed-size collection of elements of the same type. Efficient indexing but
fixed size.
• Linked List: Dynamic size, elements linked using pointers. Efficient for
insertions/deletions but requires extra memory for pointers.
Stack

• Definition: A LIFO (Last In, First Out) structure.


• Operations: Push (add), Pop (remove), Peek (view top element).
• Applications: Function calls, undo mechanisms.
Queue

• Definition: A FIFO (First In, First Out) structure.


• Operations: Enqueue (add), Dequeue (remove), Front (view first element).
• Applications: Task scheduling, buffering data.
Comparison of Linear Data
Structures
• Array vs. Linked List: Fixed vs. dynamic size, indexing efficiency vs. insertion
flexibility.
• Stack vs. Queue: LIFO vs. FIFO use cases.
Advantages and Disadvantages

• Advantages: Simple implementation, predictable access patterns.


• Disadvantages: Limited flexibility in terms of memory usage (especially arrays).
Applications of Linear Data
Structures
• Arrays: Storing collections, matrices in scientific calculations.
• Linked Lists: Dynamic memory applications, file systems.
• Stacks: Recursive algorithms, parsing expressions.
• Queues: Resource management, task scheduling.
Conclusion

• Recap: Linear data structures are foundational for organizing data sequentially.
• Future Learning: Explore non-linear data structures like trees and graphs.
Q&A

• Thank you for your attention!


• Questions?

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