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Good Algorithms Matter

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This screenshot from a slide presents a compelling reason as why good algorithms matter.

https://dl.dropbox.com/s/xav99k9cu4y3f9a/good_algorithms.png

Choice of the algorithm determines the difference between solving a problem in few minutes vs., not able to solve it over a lifetime. Just compare sorting a billion items using insertion sort and quick sort in the above chart. It speaks for itself.