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Java Basics
Java Basics
Infinite Loop (bonus)
What is an Infinite Loop?
An infinite loop is a loop that continues executing indefinitely without a condition that would cause it to terminate. This can result in your program becoming unresponsive or consuming excessive system resources.
Here's an example of an infinite loop in Java:
Main
while (true) { // Code to be executed indefinitely }
To avoid infinite loops:
- Ensure a proper termination condition: Double-check that your loop has a well-defined termination condition. The condition should eventually evaluate as
false
, allowing the loop to exit;
Example:
Main
int count = 0; while (count < 10) { // Code to be executed count++; }
- Utilize loop control statements such as
break
orreturn
to explicitly exit the loop when a specific condition is met.
Example:
Main
while (true) { // Code to be executed if (condition) { break; // Exit the loop } }
Note
Always remember to thoroughly review and test your code to detect and prevent infinite loops. Utilizing appropriate termination conditions and incorporating loop control statements can be highly effective in avoiding them.
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