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title: "Discussion on \"Linear Search\" | Hashnode"
description: "Discussion on \"Linear Search\". Linear search, also known as sequential search is used to find a specific value withing an array or a list. It checks each element one by one until desired element is found and end of the list is reached.\nHow it works ?\n\nStart from first element in t..."
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# [Linear Search](https://juhilee.hashnode.dev/linear-search?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Linear search, also known as sequential search is used to find a specific value withing an array or a list. It checks each element one by one until desired element is found and end of the list is reached. How it works ? Start from first element in t...

Sep 22, 2024 · 1 min read · juhilee.hashnode.dev  
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