Introduction to Stack

Data Structure
The stack data structure is a fundamental concept in computer science
and programming. It follows the Last In, First Out (LIFO) principle, making
it immensely useful in various algorithms and applications.

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Overview of Linked List Data
Structure
Distributed Memory No Wastage of Memory

Linked lists are stored in scattered memory This data structure does not require a fixed
locations, allowing for efficient utilization of amount of memory, eliminating wastage and
memory resources. providing flexibility.

Dynamic Size Simple Implementation

They allow for dynamic size allocation, making Linked lists are relatively simple to implement
them flexible and adaptable to changing and understand, leading to easier modifications
requirements. and maintenance.
Implementing Stack Using Linked List
in C++
1 Node Class 2 Operations 3 Advantages
The stack is implemented The push and pop Using a linked list
through a linked list operations are performed provides flexibility in
where each node using the linked list, terms of memory
contains data and a allowing for efficient management and size
pointer to the next node. management of elements changes, making it an
in the stack. ideal choice for
implementing a stack.
Push Operation in Stack Using Linked
List
Link to the Current Top
Point the new node to the current top
and make it the new top.
1 Create a New Node
Allocate memory and set the data. If
the stack is empty, the new node
2 becomes the top.
3 Update the Top
The new node becomes the top of the
stack.
Pop Operation in Stack Using
Linked List
Retrieve Top Node Update the Next Pointer
The top node is identified and its data The pointer of the top node is moved to
is retrieved for use. the next node, freeing up memory
space.

Update the Top

The next node becomes the top of the stack.
Peek Operation in Stack Using
Linked List
Access Top Node Data
1 Retrieve the data of the top node without removing it from the stack.

No Change in Stack
2 Peek operation does not modify the stack in any way, making it ideal for
accessing top element information.
Time and Space Complexity Analysis of
Stack with Linked List
1 Time Complexity
The push, pop, and peek operations in a
stack implemented using linked list have
O(1) time complexity, leading to efficient
operations.
2 Space Complexity
Using a linked list for implementing the
stack results in O(n) space complexity in
the worst case, hence requiring more
memory than a basic array-based
implementation.
Conclusion and Summary
Flexibility
Implementing a stack using a
linked list offers flexibility in
managing memory and
adapting to changing
requirements.
Efficiency
The time complexity of key
operations is low, making the
linked list implementation
efficient for stack
management.
Learning Resources
There are extensive learning
resources available to deepen
understanding and skills in
implementing stacks using
linked lists in C++.