What is the difference between fs.readFile() and fs.createReadStream() in Node.js?

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What is the difference between fs.readFile() and fs.createReadStream() in Node.js?

Key points

  • fs.readFile() is not asynchronous; it loads the entire file at once.
  • fs.createReadStream() is more memory-efficient for large files due to reading in chunks.
  • Understanding the difference helps optimize file handling in Node.js applications.

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