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Jump Search

Jump Search is an algorithm for sorted arrays that jumps ahead by fixed steps (typically √n) to find the block containing the target, then performs a linear search within that block. It balances the efficiency of binary search with simplicity.

Algorithm Characteristics

  • Time Complexity:O(√n)
  • Space Complexity:O(1)
  • Best for:Medium-sized, sorted arrays
  • Prerequisite:Sorted array

Key Properties

  • Fewer comparisons than linear search

  • Balances jump size and linear search cost

  • Requires uniform step size

  • Simpler compared to binary search

Best suited for medium-sized datasets, requires to be Sorted