Algorithm

An algorithm is a guide or procedure that represents a theoretical solution to a given problem or task.

Algorithms are most commonly encountered in programming, where programmers rewrite a given algorithm into a programming language. However, they can also be common instructions, such as a recipe for preparing a meal. Algorithms then have a major impact on the usability of digital products such as information systems or web applications. For example, a search algorithm influences the position of your website in search results.