"Warnock algorithm" meaning in All languages combined

See Warnock algorithm on Wiktionary

Proper name [English]

Forms: the Warnock algorithm [canonical]
Etymology: Invented by John Warnock. Head templates: {{en-proper noun|def=1}} the Warnock algorithm
  1. (computer graphics) An algorithm that solves the problem of rendering a complicated image by recursive subdivision of a scene until areas are obtained that are trivial to compute. Wikipedia link: Warnock algorithm Categories (topical): Computer graphics Synonyms: Warnock's algorithm

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