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Search Algorithms

[sɜrtʃ ˈælɡəˌrɪðəmz]
Artificial Intelligence
Last updated: December 9, 2024

Definition

Methods for navigating data structures to find specific information.

Detailed Explanation

Search Algorithms are fundamental techniques in computer science and AI that systematically navigate through data structures or problem spaces to locate desired elements or optimal solutions. Examples include breadth-first search depth-first search and A* algorithm.

Use Cases

Navigation systems (finding shortest routes) puzzle-solving AI (solving games like Sudoku) data retrieval (searching databases) game AI (pathfinding for characters).

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