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aliases: algorithms
display_name: Algorithm
short_description: Algorithms are self-contained sequences that carry out a variety
  of tasks.
topic: algorithm
wikipedia_url: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Algorithm
---
Algorithms are detailed sets of guidelines created for a computer program to complete tasks efficiently and thoroughly. Algorithms in computer programming are employed to solve complex problems. Various cutting-edge technologies including artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), operate based on simple or complex algorithms.