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This simple example shows how a table can be represented using arrays. More

advanced implementations use hash tables for faster access and scalability.

11.3 String Algorithms

String algorithms are specialized techniques designed to process and manipulate

sequences of characters. They are fundamental in computer science because strings are used

to represent text, identifiers, and structured data. Efficient string algorithms enable fast
searching, pattern matching, and text analysis, which are essential in applications such as

compilers, search engines, and data mining.

11.3.1 Importance of String Processing

String processing is critical in many domains, including natural language processing,

information retrieval, and software development. Operations such as searching for

substrings, comparing text, and replacing patterns are common tasks. Without efficient
algorithms, these operations can become computationally expensive, especially when dealing

with large datasets.

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