What are the differences between a for loop and a while loop?

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For loops iterate a set number of times, while loops continue until a condition is false, offering different control mechanisms.

For Loop: Typically used when the number of iterations is known. Example: 'for (int i = 0; i < 5; i++) { ... }'
While Loop: Used when the number of iterations is not known in advance. Example: 'while (condition) { ... }'
Initialization: For loops initialize a counter within the loop declaration, while while loops require separate initialization.
Condition Checking: For loops check the condition at the beginning of each iteration, while loops can also check at the end (do-while).
Use Cases: For loops are ideal for iterating over arrays, while loops are better for scenarios where the end condition is dynamic.

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