Description: EOF, which stands for ‘End of File’, is a fundamental concept in programming and file handling in operating systems and programming languages. It is used to indicate that there is no more data to read in a file or data stream. EOF becomes a crucial marker that allows programs to know when they have reached the end of an input file. This indicator is particularly relevant in file reading operations, where the system needs to know when to stop to avoid errors or unnecessary reads. In many programming languages, such as C or Python, EOF is represented by a specific value that is returned when trying to read beyond the end of the file. Handling EOF allows users and developers to manage data streams efficiently, facilitating task automation and file manipulation. Understanding EOF is essential for any programmer, as it affects how data is processed and how reading loops are controlled in scripts and applications.
