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Asymptotically optimal algorithm

An asymptotically optimal algorithm is a type of computer program that is the best way to solve a problem, no matter how big or complex the problem is. It works by gradually improving the solution and minimizing the amount of work that needs to be done, even when the problem is very big. This is like a person playing a game like Sudoku, trying different possibilities until they find the solution that fits the rules the best and with the least effort.
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