Difference between static and dynamic library ?

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Static libraries are linked at compile-time, while dynamic libraries are linked at run-time.

Static libraries are included in the final executable file, increasing its size.
Dynamic libraries are loaded into memory only when needed, reducing the executable size.
Static libraries are platform-specific, while dynamic libraries can be shared across platforms.
Static libraries provide faster execution, while dynamic libraries allow for easier updates and maintenance.
Examples of static libraries include .lib files in Windows, while .dll files are examples of dynamic libraries.

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Static libraries are much bigger in size, because external programs are built in the executable file. Dynamic libraries are much smaller, because there is only one copy of dynamic library that is kept in memory. Executable file will have to be recompiled if any changes were applied to external files.

Difference between static and dynamic library ?

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