Paths and Trees

Paths and trees are concepts from data organization. A path is a sequence of connected points or steps, like a route from one city to another through highways. A tree is a hierarchical structure where each item (node) connects to others in a way that resembles a family tree: a top node (root) branches into child nodes, which can have their own children, forming different levels. Trees ensure organized access and efficient searching, with no cycles. They're used in databases, file systems, and decision-making processes to structure information clearly and quickly navigate complex data.