Algorithms practical example – A simple online search © Siemens Stiftung 2020 CC BY-SA 4.0 international

Algorithms practical example – A simple online search

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Information sheet:
This document explains how search engines work and the role that algorithms play in the process.

Available in: English, German, Spanish (CREA)
Type of media: Text
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Last update: 2020-12-16
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This medium is made available under a CC BY-SA 4.0 international license.

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Media package:
Algorithms in our everyday lives
Description:
In addition to explaining the processes involved in a Web search, the information sheet goes into the opportunities and challenges. For example, it explains how self-fulfilling trends develop and the disadvantages this can have for new websites.
Related media:
There are no other media directly related to this file.
Learning resource type:
Information sheet
Subjects:
Civics and Politics; Ethics; Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
Grade levels:
Grade 7 to 9; Grade 10 to 13
School types:
Middle/high school; Vocational training
Keywords:
Computer technology; Data processing; Data protection; Information Technology; Internet; Society; Technology
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Siemens Stiftung Media Portal
Author:
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© Siemens Stiftung 2020
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