brute force solution
[brut fɔrs səˈluʃən]
nounpl: brute force solutions
solução por força bruta
1. A computational problem-solving approach that exhaustively tries all possible solutions without employing any optimization strategy or algorithmic elegance
The programmer implemented a brute force solution that tested every possible password combination until finding the correct one.
O programador implementou uma solução por força bruta que testou todas as combinações possíveis de senha até encontrar a correta.
2. A method that relies on raw computational power rather than intelligent algorithms or heuristics to solve a problem
While a brute force solution works for small datasets, it becomes inefficient with larger inputs.
Embora uma solução por força bruta funcione para conjuntos de dados pequenos, torna-se ineficiente com entradas maiores.
This is primarily technical jargon used in computer science, software development, and cybersecurity contexts. In both English-speaking countries and Portuguese-speaking regions, it's widely recognized in academic and professional IT environments. The term carries a slightly negative connotation in technical discussions, implying lack of elegance or efficiency, though it's sometimes necessary for small problems or security demonstrations.
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