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In mathematics, '''Optimization''' is the process of minimizing or maximizing a criteria, such as finding the minimum or maximum value of a variable that occurs on a function. | In mathematics, '''Optimization''' is the process of minimizing or maximizing a criteria, such as finding the minimum or maximum value of a variable that occurs on a function. | ||
In [[computer science]], optimization typically refers to a | In [[computer science]], optimization typically refers to a strategy or [[heuristic]] for to making something execute faster, use less memory, consume less power, or accomplish more of something. | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
Revision as of 20:44, 12 May 2007
In mathematics, Optimization is the process of minimizing or maximizing a criteria, such as finding the minimum or maximum value of a variable that occurs on a function.
In computer science, optimization typically refers to a strategy or heuristic for to making something execute faster, use less memory, consume less power, or accomplish more of something.