networkalgorithm
nounUK /ˈnetwɜːk ˈælɡərɪðəm/
US /ˈnetwɜːrk ˈælɡərɪðəm/
A set of steps a computer follows to find paths or send information between connected computers.
The network algorithm found the fastest route for the message to travel across the internet.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A method used to decide the best way to connect devices in a computer network.
Engineers used a network algorithm to plan how the new office computers would link together.
3. A procedure for finding the shortest or most efficient path between points in a graph.
The delivery app relies on a network algorithm to choose the quickest route for each driver.
4. A rule set that helps data move smoothly and fairly across many connected machines.
A good network algorithm keeps video calls clear even when many people are online.