Focus: CP is more general and can handle a wide variety of constraints, not just linear ones. It can deal with logical conditions, like "either-or" situations, and can include non-linear relationships.
Objective: CP doesn't necessarily have an objective function to optimize. Instead, it focuses on finding solutions that satisfy all the given constraints.
Method: It uses different algorithms than LP, often based on search techniques, like backtracking or heuristics.
Constraints: Constraints in CP can be diverse - linear, non-linear, logical conditions, etc. For example, a constraint could be that a certain task must be done before another can start.
Solutions: Solutions in CP are often discrete (like whole numbers) and can involve deciding between different options or scenarios.