Linear Search

The lecture introduces the concept of search algorithms, focusing on linear search. It explains the need for search in data retrieval, using a bookshelf analogy. The linear search algorithm is detailed, including its implementation and time complexity analysis. The lecture concludes with a brief mention of binary search as the next topic.

What is the main purpose of a searching algorithm?

How does the example of searching for a book on a bookshelf relate to linear search?

Describe the process of linear search as explained in the lecture.

What is the significance of the position of the target element in linear search?

What are the time complexities for the best, worst, and average cases in linear search?

What are the inputs required for implementing the linear search function?

Explain the space complexity of the linear search algorithm.