Patterns

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The patterns on a snowflake are never exactly duplicated, even on the same snowflake. elaborate share

Complexity

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The complexity of a problem can sometimes be reduced by cleverly changing its representation. A seemingly intractable problem might become easily solvable with a different perspective. elaborate share

Cybernetics

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The term "cybernetics" was coined by Norbert Wiener, and is derived from the Greek word "kybernetes," meaning "steersman" or "governor." elaborate share

Structures

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In computer science, structures (or structs) can be nested—meaning a structure can contain another structure as a member, creating complex data organizations. elaborate share

Feedback

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In audio engineering, feedback is often unwanted, but it's the fundamental principle behind electric guitars' characteristic sustain and distortion. elaborate share

Emergence

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Emergence is a phenomenon where complex systems spontaneously develop properties not present in their individual components. For example, the wetness of water isn't a property of a single water molecule, but emerges from the collective behavior of many. elaborate share