What is the difference between Big O and Little o notation?
Big O notation describes an upper bound on the time complexity of an algorithm, while Little o notation describes a strict upper bound.
Can you give me an example of each?
Sure! For Big O, O(n) means the algorithm's time grows linearly with input size. For Little o, o(n) means it grows slower than linear, like n/2.
When should I use Big O vs Little o?
Use Big O when you want to express the worst-case scenario. Use Little o for more precise analysis when the growth rate is strictly less.
Are there other notations I should know about?
Yes, there's also Big Theta (Θ) for tight bounds and Big Omega (Ω) for lower bounds. Each serves a different purpose in analysis.
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