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2 years ago (2024-05-08 01:24)

Why are algorithms called algorithms? A brief history of the Persian polymath you’ve likely never heard of

By Debbie Passey, Digital Health Research Fellow, The University of Melbourne
Source link: https://theconversation.com/why-are-algorithms-called-algorithms-a-brief-history-of-the-persian-polymath-youve-likely-never-heard-of-229286
Algorithms have become integral to our lives. From social media apps to Netflix, algorithms learn your preferences and prioritise the content you are shown. Google Maps and artificial intelligence are ...