C Strings vs Char Arrays: What's the Difference?

What is the difference between C strings and char arrays?

C strings are null-terminated arrays of characters, while char arrays are just arrays of characters without any specific termination.

Can you give me an example of how to declare both?

Sure! A C string can be declared as char str[] = "Hello"; and a char array as char arr[5];.

How do I manipulate C strings compared to char arrays?

C strings can be manipulated using functions from <string.h>, like strcpy and strlen, while char arrays require manual handling.

Are there any performance differences between them?

Yes, C strings can be more convenient for string operations, but char arrays may offer better performance in certain scenarios due to less overhead.