The real ghost in the machine.

The article offers information on the relationship between algorithms and computation. Topics discussed include need to master a programming language for the amplification of modern technology; runtime of a quadratic algorithm grows with the square of the input size; and Ben Shneiderman, University...

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Publicado en:World Today Vol. 73; no. 5; pp. 36 - 38
Autor principal: Erwig, Martin
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: Royal Institute of International Affairs Oct/Nov2017
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Sumario:The article offers information on the relationship between algorithms and computation. Topics discussed include need to master a programming language for the amplification of modern technology; runtime of a quadratic algorithm grows with the square of the input size; and Ben Shneiderman, University of Maryland argued to make National Algorithm Safety Board who hold algorithms accountable and provide transparency to the public.