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algorithm

Sequence of instructions to perform a task

EntityQ8366

Also known as mathematical algorithm · algorithms

Subclass of: work
, mathematical concept
, directive information content entity
Part of: computer science
, algorithmics
, mathematics

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In mathematics and computer science, an algorithm is any well-defined set of instructions that when followed terminates after a finite number of steps that comprise a solution to a given computational problem. Advanced algorithms may utilize loops and involve many conditionals that decide the next step based on the inputs provided, resulting in long sequences of steps before halting, but all algorithms terminate by definition.

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