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# About GLib

# What is GLib?

GLib is a library of useful functions and definitions available for use when creating GDK and GTK applications. It provides replacements for some standard libc functions, such as malloc, which are buggy on some systems.

It also provides routines for handling:

- Doubly Linked Lists
- Singly Linked Lists
- Timers
- String Handling
- A Lexical Scanner
- Error Functions

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