neural networks

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1. A computer system that is designed to mimic the human brain or some other biological system in its functioning. They were developed to deal with problems, such as pattern recognition, that the brain does well but that traditional computer systems cannot handle easily.

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neural networks

But her own bet is that, over time, the sites could "reinforce the same addictive neural networks they are trying to simulate".

From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026

The new cells must also become part of working neural networks.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 22, 2026

There are critical differences between artificial and biological neural networks, but both are nonlinear distributed networks that learn to encode representations relevant to their goals and act on them.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 13, 2026

Any heavy electrical footprint is restricted to the initial training phase of the neural networks, whereas the daily interactive inference runs at highly optimized, slower processing speeds to maintain strict carbon neutrality.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 5, 2026

Dr. Gazzaley, a neurologist, would bring his understanding of neural networks, and the technology that looked at the inner-workings of the brain.

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel

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