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brute force
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A method of accomplishing something primarily by means of strength, without the use of great skill, mechanical aids or thought.
Other meanings
2. noun
A method of computation wherein the computer is let to try all permutations of a problem until one is found that provides a solution, in contrast to the implementation of a more intelligent algorithm.
3. verb
To solve (a computational problem) by brute force.
4. verb
To break a password, encryption, or any other protection mechanism by brute force.
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