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08/30/2017

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Heuristic

Definition
a problem solving approach (algorithm) to find a satisfactory solution where finding an optimal or exact solution is impractical or impossible.
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Image

Definition
A type of data used for graphics or pictures.
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Metadata

Definition
Data that describes other data.
For example, a digital image may include metadata that describe the size of the image, number of colors, or resolution.

 

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Metadata

Definition
Data that describes other data.
For example, a digital image may include metadata that describe the size of the image, number of colors, or resolution.

 

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Pixel

Definition
Short for "picture element" it is the fundamental unit of a digital image, typically a tiny square or dot which contains a single point of color of a larger image.
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Hexadecimal Number System

Definition
A Base 16 numbering system. A number system consisting of 16 distinct symbols — 0-9 and A-F — which can occur in each place value.
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