11.5 - Reading Data from a File
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of the FileReader class?
💡 Hint: Think of it as a tool to open and read files.
What does BufferedReader enhance in file reading?
💡 Hint: It makes reading faster.
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What class is used to read character files in Java?
💡 Hint: Remember which class deals directly with file reading.
True or False: BufferedReader reads one character at a time.
💡 Hint: Consider how BufferedReader functions.
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Create a Java program that reads a file called 'data.txt' and counts the number of lines. Handle exceptions properly.
💡 Hint: Output the counter at the end!
Explain what would happen if you forgot to close the BufferedReader and the implications it might have for resource management.
💡 Hint: Think about your computer's memory!
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