A quick algorithm refers to an efficient method for solving a problem or performing a task in computer science. It typically aims for fast execution time and optimal resource usage.
Related terms
Bubble Sort: A simple sorting algorithm that repeatedly steps through the list, compares adjacent elements and swaps them if they are in the wrong order.
A divide-and-conquer sorting algorithm that recursively divides the list into smaller sublists until reaching individual elements, then merges them back together in sorted order.
An in-place comparison-based sorting algorithm where the smallest element is selected and swapped with the first element, then repeating this process on the remaining unsorted portion.