key term - Data Structure

Definition

A data structure is a way of organizing and storing data in a computer so that it can be accessed and used efficiently. It provides a systematic way to manage and manipulate data.

Related terms

Linked List: A linked list is a type of data structure where each element (node) contains both the actual data and a reference to the next node in the sequence.

Pointers: Pointers are variables that store memory addresses. They are commonly used in programming languages to manipulate and traverse different types of data structures.

Array:

An array is another type of data structure that stores elements of the same type in contiguous memory locations. It allows for random access to its elements using an index.