The Theory Of Computation
A fundamental branch of computer science and mathematics that investigates the limits of computation and problem-solving capabilities through algorithms.
Areas of application
- computer science
- mathematics
- algorithms
- computational models
- problem-solving capabilities
- limit of computation
Example
For instance, the theory of computation can be used to understand the complexity of algorithms for solving complex mathematical problems, such as factoring large numbers or finding the shortest path in a complex network.