Array vs Linked List

In data structures, there are differences in implementation and performance between arrays and linked lists.

Array:

An array is a collection of elements stored in contiguous memory locations. Elements are accessed by their indices. Arrays have fixed sizes and are more suitable for random access of elements.

Linked List:

A linked list is a data structure where elements are stored in nodes with each node containing a reference to the next node in the sequence. Linked lists allow for dynamic memory allocation and efficient insertion and deletion of elements.

Differences:

• Implementation: Arrays are static data structures with fixed sizes, while linked lists are dynamic data structures.
• Performance: Arrays provide faster access to elements through direct indexing, but linked lists are more efficient for insertion and deletion operations.