algorithms
Pronunciation: [ˈælɡəˌrɪðəmz]
Word
Context: “computer science”
(noun) a set of rules or steps that a computer follows to solve a problem or complete a task. Think of it like a recipe; just like you need to follow steps to bake a cake, a computer uses algorithms to get things done.
Example
The search engine uses complex algorithms to show us the best results.
Example
Without algorithms, the computer would not know how to process our requests.
Example
What are the main algorithms used in social media to show us posts?
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