algorithm

In computer science and mathematics, an algorithm is a set of specific instructions that, when executed, lead to producing an output. The computation proceeds through a finite number of successive states until it terminates in an ending state (output).

A cooking recipe is one real life example of an algorithm. Ingredients (input) are successively added and processed (computation) in a pre-defined time frame, which results in a particular dish (output). Several different recipes may result in a similar dish.

Algorithms are commonly used for data processing purposes, calculation, and automated reasoning. The constantly updated Google search algorithm is just one example Check out this Gizmodo blog post to understand more about 'the algorithm that rules the Web'.

You can also check out the Algorithm problems for dummies blog for some more easy-to-digest examples. And here is another blog about algorithms. Interested in creating algorithms yourself? Check out this top coder tutorial site for some valuable resources on the subject.

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Original Technorati articles tagged “algorithm”

• in Technology
  Using What We Know About Spam to Fight AIDS
  Algorithms and tools developed by Microsoft to fight spam are helping researchers learn how the AIDS virus adapts.
  by cblaha / on Dec 5, 2011
• in IT
  Ten New Algorithmic Changes From Google?
  This article breaks down the latest changes on the Google algorithm and the impact for online business owners
  by seoinnovators / on Nov 17, 2011
• in Technology
  Is Google Too Powerful?
  The mighty Google. Are they getting too strong?
  by logodesignmine / on Mar 3, 2011

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