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Use a simple vector you created before to create two other more complex vectors with A) Memory allocation that doubles size of memory when end reached, and 1/2's memory when the size reaches 1/4.

Implement these complex vectors with a singly linked list.

Main.cpp code snippet is provided, demonstrating how to initialize, fill, display, add, and delete elements using the simple vector. Your task is to extend or modify this vector implementation or create new vector classes to meet the specified requirements regarding memory management and data structure.

Paper For Above instruction

Vector data structures are fundamental in computer science, providing efficient random access to elements and dynamic resizing capabilities. Traditionally, vectors are implemented using contiguous memory arrays, which necessitate careful memory management strategies such as reallocation when the vector exceeds its current capacity. In this paper, we explore a sophisticated approach to creating more complex vector implementations based on a basic vector class, incorporating dynamic memory management techniques and linked list structures to optimize operation efficiencies under specific conditions.

Introduction

The standard vector implementation, as presented in the initial code, relies on contiguous arrays to manage data. While this approach facilitates quick random access, it often involves costly reallocations when resizing is necessary, especially for large datasets. To enhance this, we propose two advanced vector implementations: one that dynamically adjusts its memory allocation based on usage thresholds and another that employs a singly linked list structure to manage elements in a non-contiguous manner.

Dynamic Array-Based Vector with Adaptive Memory Management

The first approach involves modifying the existing array-based vector to include an adaptive memory reallocating strategy. When the vector reaches its maximum capacity, its memory is doubled to accommodate future growth, reducing the frequency of costly reallocations. Conversely, when the number of elements drops below one-quarter of the current capacity, the memory is halved to conserve resources. This hybrid strategy balances allocation overhead and memory efficiency, common in dynamic array implementations like the std::vector in C++.

Implementation of this adaptive vector involves overriding the push_back and pop_back methods. When pushing an element and the capacity is exceeded, the capacity doubles. When popping an element causes the size to fall below one-quarter of the capacity, the capacity halves. Careful attention must be paid to avoid memory leaks and data corruption during these reallocation processes.

Singly Linked List Based Vector

The second approach involves implementing a vector using a singly linked list. Unlike array-based vectors, linked list vectors consist of nodes that contain data and a pointer to the next node. This structure allows for efficient insertions and deletions at arbitrary positions without reallocations, though access times are linear rather than constant.

Implementing the linked list vector involves creating a new class that manages nodes, provides methods similar to push_front, push_back, pop_front, and pop_back, and ensures proper memory management through destructors. The linked list vector is particularly advantageous when the dataset involves frequent insertions and deletions at arbitrary positions, but less suitable for random access scenarios where array-based vectors excel.

Design Considerations

Both implementations should maintain exception safety, handle memory errors gracefully, and avoid leaks. The adaptive array vector must include logic for resizing, copying, and deallocating memory efficiently, using techniques such as reallocating memory blocks and copying data. The linked list vector must implement node insertion and deletion with correct pointer adjustments, along with destructor logic for cleanup.

Conclusion

Enhancing a basic vector involves sophisticated memory management strategies and data structures to optimize performance under specific use cases. The adaptive array-based vector reduces reallocation overhead through resizing strategies that respond to usage patterns. The singly linked list vector provides efficient insertion and deletion capabilities at the cost of linear access times. Both approaches demonstrate the versatility of vector implementations in managing dynamic data effectively.

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