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i need useful links for linked lists in c!thanks
Linked lists in C are a data structure that allows for dynamic memory allocation and efficient manipulation of data. It is composed of nodes that contain both data and a pointer to the next node in the list.
To create a linked list in C, you must first define a struct that represents a node in the list. Then, you can use the malloc()
function to allocate memory for the nodes and use pointers to connect them together.
Linked lists in C have several advantages, including dynamic memory allocation, efficient insertion and deletion operations, and the ability to store data of varying sizes. They are also flexible and can easily be modified to fit the needs of different applications.
To insert an element in a linked list, you must first create a new node and update the pointers to link it to the rest of the list. To remove an element, you must update the pointers to "skip" over the node you want to remove and then free the memory allocated to that node.
Yes, there are many online tutorials, articles, and books available that provide in-depth explanations and examples of working with linked lists in C. Some recommended resources include "The C Programming Language" by Brian Kernighan and Dennis Ritchie, and the tutorials on GeeksforGeeks and Tutorialspoint websites.