Definition of Memory Addresses

Memory addresses in C refer to unique locations in the computer's memory where data is stored

Data Types and Memory Addresses

Definition of Data Types

Data types in C define the size and format of data in memory, influencing memory allocation

The 'sizeof' Operator

The 'sizeof' operator is used to determine the size of a data type or variable for appropriate memory allocation

Representation of Memory Addresses

System Architecture and Endianness

The representation of memory addresses can vary based on system architecture and endianness, affecting program functionality

Address Bus Width and Architectural Differences

The width of the address bus and architectural differences between systems can impact how memory addresses are handled in C programming

Memory Allocation

Memory allocation in C is done using functions like malloc and calloc to assign memory for variables and data types

Memory Deallocation

Memory deallocation is handled by the free function to prevent memory leaks and program crashes

Pointer Arithmetic

Pointer arithmetic allows for manipulation of memory addresses, essential for tasks such as indexing arrays and optimizing performance

Definition of Pointers

Pointers in C are variables that store the address of another variable, enabling direct access and manipulation of memory

Dynamic Memory Allocation

Pointers are crucial for dynamic memory allocation, efficient array handling, and creating complex data structures

Pointer Operations

Pointers can be manipulated through operations such as assigning addresses, dereferencing, and performing arithmetic based on the data type