Data Structure
The data structure is a method of storing and organizing data in such a manner that we can effectively execute operations on it. Data Structures are used to organize and store data by making data components in terms of some relationship. For eg, we have information about a player named "Virat" who is 26 years old. The data types "Virat" and "26" are also String data types.
We will organize this information into a record called Match, which will include both the player's name and age. As a data system, we can now compile and archive player information in a file or folder. For instance, "Dhoni" is 30, "Gambhir" is 31, and "Sehwag" is 33.
Data Structures, in basic terms, are structures that are designed to contain structured data such that different operations can be done on it quickly. It reflects the data information that needs to be stored in memory. It should be planned and applied in a way that minimizes complexity while increasing performance.
Algorithm
An algorithm is a finite set of instructions or logic that must be written in a certain order to complete a predefined assignment. An algorithm is not a complete program or code; rather, it is the central logic (solution) of a query, which can be represented in a flowchart or as a high-level definition in pseudocode.
The following properties must be met for any algorithm:
External Inputs- The algorithm can have 0 or more external inputs.
Output - At the very least, one output should be achieved.
Definiteness- Each step of the algorithm should be clearly described and simple.
Finiteness- A finite number of steps should be present in the algorithm.
Correctness- Each step of the algorithm must produce a valid result.