Bleakley, Chris

Poems That Solve Puzzles

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ISBN 13:
9780198853732
author:
Bleakley, Chris
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Oxford University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2020
Pages:
288
Dimensions:
147mm / 222mm
Genre:
Computer Science Textbook
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£41.00

Description

Algorithms are the hidden methods that computers apply to process information and make decisions. They determine what news we see, influence our purchasing habits, and even shape our dating lives. Yet few know what algorithms are, how they work, or who created them. Poems That Solves Puzzles tells the story of algorithms from their ancient origins to the present day and beyond. The book introduces readers to the inventors and events behind the genesis of the world's most important algorithms. With clear examples and illustrations, it explains how influential algorithms work, revealing the impact they have had on our world. From ancient lost inscriptions to modern-day cryptocurrencies, this book recounts the fascinating history of algorithms, highlighting their role in revolutionising our lives.

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