<ul><li>An algorithm can be defined as a finite step by step instructions to perform an operation.</li><li>In computer science, an algorithm is defined as a finite step by step instructions to solve a computational problem efficiently.</li><li>Algorithms are important as they help solve computational problems efficiently, make programs run faster, and improve problem-solving skills.</li><li>Examples of different types of algorithms include brute force approach, recursive approach, dynamic programming, backtracking algorithm, greedy approach, and divide and conquer.</li></ul>

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