Aleph-null, denoted as $$\\aleph_0$$, is the smallest infinite cardinal number, representing the size of any set that can be put into a one-to-one correspondence with the natural numbers. It illustrates the concept of countable infinity, distinguishing between different sizes of infinity, and sets the stage for discussions about larger infinite sets and the Continuum Hypothesis.
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