Suggest an editImprove this articleRefine the answer for “How does implementing a queue on a linked list differ from implementing it on an array?”. Your changes go to moderation before they’re published.Approval requiredContentWhat you’re changing🇺🇸EN🇺🇦UAPreviewTitle (EN)Short answer (EN)**Implementing a queue on an array versus a linked list** differs in how memory is stored and managed: an array stores elements in a contiguous block of memory, while a linked list connects elements through references. **Key point:** an array is faster and more compact but limited in size, while a linked list is more flexible but needs more memory and is slightly slower due to pointer handling.Shown above the full answer for quick recall.Answer (EN)ImageThe difference between implementing a queue on a **linked list** versus an **array** is in how memory is stored and managed: ## Queue on an array - Elements are stored in a contiguous block of memory. - The `head` and `tail` indexes point to the start and end of the queue. - When the array fills up, it may need to be **resized** (copied into a new array). - If implemented as a **circular buffer**, operations stay O(1) with no shifting. - Downside: fixed size (unless resized). ## Queue on a linked list - Each element stores a reference to the next one. - No need to specify a size in advance: the queue can grow dynamically. - Adding to the end and removing from the front both take **O(1)**. - Downside: extra memory for storing references and less compact data layout. **Conclusion:** An array is faster and more compact but limited in size. A linked list is more flexible but needs more memory and is slightly slower due to pointer handling.For the reviewerNote to the moderator (optional)Visible only to the moderator. Helps review go faster.