Dictionary of Algorithms and Data Structures
Hosted by NIST, because its always fun to pickup some obscure piece of mind candy.
For example: "Byzantine's Generals". This problem seems to me the basis for all the silly "reality TV" shows on the airwaves. The winner of the 'game' (term used loosely) is the one that has the best algorithm for dealing with the deceit, manipulation, and backstabbing of their opponents. The best player is able to figure out the group consensus and ride that perfect middle ground amidst all the noise, strategy and political nonsense.
Anyway, while you are visiting the site, randomly click on an interesting looking phrase and prepare your small talk for the next social occasion when discussing the weather just isn't cutting it and your companions are not interested in sports.
For example: "Byzantine's Generals". This problem seems to me the basis for all the silly "reality TV" shows on the airwaves. The winner of the 'game' (term used loosely) is the one that has the best algorithm for dealing with the deceit, manipulation, and backstabbing of their opponents. The best player is able to figure out the group consensus and ride that perfect middle ground amidst all the noise, strategy and political nonsense.
Anyway, while you are visiting the site, randomly click on an interesting looking phrase and prepare your small talk for the next social occasion when discussing the weather just isn't cutting it and your companions are not interested in sports.
