sequential access algorithm

[sɪˈkwɛnʃəl ˈækses ˈælɡərɪðəm]
nounpl: sequential access algorithms
algoritmo de acesso sequencial
1. A computational algorithm that processes data elements in a predetermined order, examining or accessing each element one after another without skipping or reordering
The sequential access algorithm scans through the entire list from the first element to the last element.
O algoritmo de acesso sequencial percorre toda a lista do primeiro elemento até o último elemento.
2. In computer science, a method of data retrieval that requires accessing records in the order they are stored, commonly used with magnetic tapes or sequential files
Tape storage systems rely on sequential access algorithms because they cannot jump directly to a specific record.
Os sistemas de armazenamento em fita dependem de algoritmos de acesso sequencial porque não podem saltar diretamente para um registro específico.
This is a technical term primarily used in computer science and software engineering communities in both Brazil and the United States. It is essential terminology in university computer science programs and professional development environments. The term is standardized across both Portuguese and English-speaking countries in the tech industry.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
linear search algorithmsequential searchlinear access algorithmserial access algorithm
Antonyms / Antônimos
random access algorithmdirect access algorithmbinary search algorithm

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
algoritmo de acesso sequencial
Standard term used in Brazilian computer science education and industry
São Paulo
algoritmo de acesso sequencial
Preferred in academic and technical contexts in the major tech hub
Portugal
algoritmo de acesso sequencial
European Portuguese uses the same term with standard pronunciation

Related Words

data structurealgorithm analysistime complexityarray traversallinked listfile processing

Related Idioms & Phrases

step by step algorithm
one after another approach
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