Data Types and Modules
Because Python is built upon the C language, many aspects of Python will be familiar to users of C-like languages. However, Python makes life easier because it isn't as low-level as C. The high-level nature of Python means that many data primitives aren't required, as a number of complicated data structures are provided in the language by default.
In addition, Python includes features not often found in low-level languages, such as garbage collection and dynamic memory allocation. On the flip side, Python isn't known for its ability to interact with hardware or perform other low-level work. In other words, Python is great for writing applications but wouldn't be a good choice for writing a graphics card device driver. ...
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