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The app uses an algorithm to sort photos.
What does Algorithm mean?
Algorithm means a set of steps a computer follows to solve a task.
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A set of steps a computer follows to solve a task.
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We wrote an algorithm for solving the puzzle.
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An algorithm is a clear set of steps for completing a task.
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MeaningAlgorithm means a set of steps a computer follows to solve a task.
ExampleExample: The app uses an algorithm to sort photos.
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- al · guh · rith · uhm
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Synonyms
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procedureUse for a set way to do something.
set of stepsA simple phrase for an algorithm.
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random guessUse when no ordered steps are followed.
improvisationUse when actions are made up as you go.
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algorithm
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algorithm
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