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algorithm
A clear set of instructions for solving a problem or a class of problems, consisting of a finite sequence of steps. Algorithms are the basis of computer programs.
Der Suchmaschinen-Algorithmus entscheidet, welche Ergebnisse ganz oben angezeigt werden.
The search engine algorithm decides which results are displayed at the very top.
Although 'Algorithmus' (algorithm) is a technical term from mathematics and computer science, it is now used very often in everyday language, especially when talking about the internet, social media, or artificial intelligence.
Der YouTube-Algorithmus schlägt mir immer die gleichen Videos vor.
The YouTube algorithm always suggests the same videos to me.
An algorithm is often described with active verbs that explain its function, e.g. 'berechnen' (to calculate), 'analysieren' (to analyze), 'empfehlen' (to recommend), or 'sortieren' (to sort). People can 'entwickeln' (develop), 'programmieren' (program), or 'anwenden' (apply) an algorithm.
Ein Team von Programmierern hat diesen Algorithmus entwickelt.
A team of programmers developed this algorithm.
The word is often used in compounds that clarify the area of application. Typical examples are 'Such-Algorithmus' (search algorithm), 'Social-Media-Algorithmus' (social media algorithm), or 'lernender Algorithmus' (learning algorithm).
Ich versuche zu verstehen, wie der Instagram-Algorithmus funktioniert.
I'm trying to understand how the Instagram algorithm works.
program
Program and algorithm can both be connected with step-by-step computer instructions. An algorithm is the abstract procedure for solving a problem, whereas a program is the concrete software that carries out instructions. So “Programm” is the right choice for the practical implementation on a computer.
Der Algorithmus legt fest, in welchen Schritten die Namen alphabetisch sortiert werden.
The algorithm determines the steps used to sort the names alphabetically.
Das Programm sortiert die Namen automatisch nach dem Alphabet.
The program automatically sorts the names alphabetically.
