Data Structure

Computers are widely being used in every domain nowadays and in each domain, we have some problems. To Solve the problems of the computer we need to require a program.

A Program consists of two basic components,

• Algorithm
• Data Structure

Computer science is a field of study that deals with solving a variety of problems by using computers. To solve a given problem by using computers, you need to design an algorithm for it.

Multiple algorithms can be designed to solve a particular problem. An algorithm that provides the maximum efficiency should be used for solving the problem. The efficiency of an algorithm can be improved by using an appropriate data structure. Data structures help in creating programs that are simple, reusable, and easy to maintain. This module will enable a learner to select and implement an appropriate data structure and algorithm to solve a given programming problem.

Data Structure is a particular way of storing and organizing data in a computer so that it can be used efficiently. A data structure is defined as a way of organizing the various data elements into the memory with respect to each other.

Data can be organized in many different ways. Therefore, you can create as many data structures as you want. Some data structures that have proved useful over the years are,

• Arrays
• Linked Lists
• Stacks
• Queues
• Trees
• Graphs