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Computational mathematics
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TL;DR. A field where computer simulation and computation are essential tools for solving mathematical problems.
Technical Definition
A field where computer simulation and computation are essential tools for solving mathematical problems.
How it works
Computational mathematics focuses on mathematical research areas where computing plays a central role, such as numerical analysis and scientific computing. It uses algorithms and computers to tackle complex mathematical problems that are often intractable through purely analytical methods.