Queues are a fundamental data structure used in various real-world scenarios where tasks must be processed in order of arrival. From traffic management to task scheduling, queues ensure fair processing and efficient handling of data.

1. Real-World Applications of Queues

1. Traffic Management

• Network routers use queues to manage data packets, ensuring that they are processed in FIFO order.
• Traffic lights queue up cars, allowing them to proceed in the correct sequence.