The Power of Algorithms

The Power of Algorithms: How Computers Solve Problems Step by Step introduces students, educators, and general readers to the invisible instructions that power modern technology. From search engines and navigation apps to social media, online shopping, and artificial intelligence, algorithms guide how computers process information, solve problems, and produce useful results.

Written in clear, accessible language, this book explains what algorithms are, how computers follow step-by-step instructions, why logic and binary systems matter, and how algorithms support modern AI systems. Readers will explore everyday examples, the history of algorithms, digital instructions, bits, logic, and the role of structured problem-solving in computing.

Part of the IntelliGloss AI Education Series, this book is designed to support AI literacy, digital literacy, and classroom learning for grades 6-12. It includes chapter summaries, reflection questions, worksheets, quizzes, and answer keys to help reinforce understanding.

This book helps readers move beyond simply using technology and begin understanding how computers solve problems behind the scenes.