11. Basic File Handling
File handling in Java is essential for reading and writing data, allowing for permanent storage unlike temporary variable memory. The chapter introduces different file types, various Java classes for file operations, and emphasizes the importance of exception handling and data persistence.
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What we have learnt
- File handling allows for persistent data storage.
- Java provides specific classes for efficient file operations.
- Exception handling is crucial for managing file operations.
Key Concepts
- -- File Handling
- The process of reading from and writing to files in Java programs.
- -- Text Files
- Files that store character data, such as .txt files.
- -- Binary Files
- Files that store data in binary format, though not covered at the Class 10 level.
- -- FileReader
- A class that reads characters from a file.
- -- BufferedReader
- A class that reads text efficiently line-by-line from a character-input stream.
- -- FileWriter
- A class that writes characters to a file.
- -- PrintWriter
- A class that writes formatted text to a file.
- -- IOException
- An exception that signals an I/O error during file operations.
- -- Data Persistence
- The capability to store data in a way that exists beyond the lifespan of the program.
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