Return to Topic List Q. What are Genetic Algorithms?
NeuroSolutions: Frequently Asked QuestionsGenetic algorithms are general-purpose search algorithms based upon the principles of evolution observed in nature. Even with today's high-powered computers, using an exhaustive search to find the optimal solution for even relatively small problems can be prohibitively expensive. For many problems, genetic algorithms can often find good solutions (near-optimal) in around 100 generations. This can be many times faster than an exhaustive search.
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NeuroSolutions: Frequently Asked QuestionsGenetic algorithms can be combined with neural networks to enhance their performance by taking some of the guesswork out of optimally choosing neural network parameters, inputs etc. In general, genetic algorithms can be used in conjunction with neural networks in the following four ways. They can be used to choose the best inputs to the neural network, optimize the neural network parameters (such as the learning rates, number of hidden layer processing elements, etc.
Related QuestionsHow does RL relate to genetic algorithms?
RL FAQMost work with genetic algorithms simulates evolution, not learning during an individual's life, and because of this is very different from work in RL. That having been said, there are two provisos. First, there is a large body of work on classifier systems that uses or is closely related to genetic algorithms. This work is concerned with learning during a single agent's lifetime (using GAs to organize the components of the agent's mind) and is in fact RL research.
Related QuestionsReturn to Topic List Q. What kind of real-world problems can neural networks solve?
NeuroSolutions: Frequently Asked QuestionsNeural networks can be applied to almost any problem where you have 1) historical data and 2) a need to create a model for that data. Neural networks have been successfully applied to broad spectrum of data-intensive applications, such as: Process Modeling and Control - Creating a neural network model for a physical plant then using that model to determine the best control settings for the plant.
Related QuestionsReturn to Topic List Q. What if I know nothing about the various types of neural networks?
NeuroSolutions: Frequently Asked QuestionsThe second of the two network construction wizards is called the NeuralExpert. The NeuralExpert centers the design specifications around the type of problem you wish the neural network to solve (Classification, Prediction, Function Approximation or Clustering). Given this problem type and the size of your data set, the NeuralExpert intelligently selects the neural network size and architecture that will most likely produce a good solution.
Related QuestionsReturn to Topic List Q. What if the neural network type I am interested in is not listed?
NeuroSolutions: Frequently Asked QuestionsNeuroSolutions was designed with flexibility in mind. It is based on the concept that neural networks can be broken down into a fundamental set of neural components. The network construction wizards will connect these components for you based on your specifications. However, once the network is built you can arbitrarily change interconnections and/or add in new components.
Related QuestionsReturn to Topic List Q. Once I develop a working neural network in NeuroSolutions, how do I use it?
NeuroSolutions: Frequently Asked QuestionsOnce you've created your neural network and trained and tested it on the historical data, you are now ready to put the neural network to use. What you want to do is give the neural network current input data as it becomes available, and have it generate an output that you can utilize.
Related QuestionsReturn to Topic List Q. What Operating Systems does NeuroSolutions run on?
NeuroSolutions: Frequently Asked QuestionsNeuroSolutions neural networks can run under other operating systems such as UNIX, but without the GUI environment. The products required to run a NeuroSolutions neural network on a platform other than Windows are the Professional or Developers level of NeuroSolutions and the Source Code License. The process would be to design the neural network using a Windows computer, then generate the C++ source code for the neural network and compile that code on the target operating system.
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Lois McMaster Bujold Mailing List Frequently Asked Questions...Sometimes the list generates hundreds of messages every day, and a large percentage of them are off-topic. Not all list users have the time or the interest to read off-topic posts. Also, an excess of off-topic posts slows down the list server, which can disrupt ON-topic discussions. Keep in mind that the list and archive is provided FREE by Melanie Harper, as a service to SF fans. Mel too is a fan, but using her server's resources for off-topic conversations is not very courteous.
Related QuestionsWhat is on topic for the Arlington list?
Arlington List Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)Please note that this is a new policy in an area where many people disagree, so this policy is likely to be revised a number of times before it settles down. Please check back again to see what revisions may have taken place.) People join the Arlington list, and stay despite the high volume and wide range of topics, because they are interested in the topic of Arlington.
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MKLUG Mailing List FAQThat list is for friendly discussions about subjects other than Linux which people in the group might wish to have... think of it as an extension of the group's social meetings, and the main list as an extension of the 'hands-on' meetings.
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Relay FAQYou may change the topic on your channel by using the /TOPIC command. Note, however, that you should first obtain permission from the other users on the channel before you change the topic. Only one channel topic change is permitted per channel per 5-minute time span.
Related QuestionsWhat is the list of preferred algorithms?
GnuPG Frequently Asked Questions - GnuPG.orgThe list of preferred algorithms is a list of cipher, hash and compression algorithms stored in the self-signature of a key during key generation. When you encrypt a document, GnuPG uses this list (which is then part of a public key) to determine which algorithms to use. Basically it tells other people what algorithms the recipient is able to handle and provides an order of preference.
Related QuestionsHow do I change the list of preferred algorithms?
GnuPG Frequently Asked Questions - GnuPG.orgIn version 1.0.7 or later, you can use the edit menu and set the new list of preference using the command "setpref"; the format of this command resembles the output of the command "pref". The preference is not changed immediately but the set preference will be used when a new user ID is created. If you want to update the preferences for existing user IDs, select those user IDs (or select none to update all) and enter the command "updpref".
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Listserv FAQSend a request to the listserv maintainer to have your list archived. You can do this by sending e-mail to listmgr@uiuc.edu. Only a year's worth of messages will be stored.
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Listserv FAQChanging the name of a list requires the server to be shutdown, which is something we try to shy away from if possible. It is possible though, if you feel it is necessary and it does not cause us undue effort or inconvenience to other users.
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Listserv FAQThe first thing to check is whether this person is subscribed under more than one address. You can do this by using the account management section for your list in the web interface to listserv. Replace your listname with LISTNAME in the following link: form and enter just the netid of the person in question to search for all subscriptions with this netid in the address. If you find more than one for the same person, you can delete them and this should remove them completely from the list.
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Listserv FAQTo contact a list owner, you need to know the name of the list, then send a message to the following address, replacing "listname" with the actual name of the list
Related QuestionsWhat about algorithms?
Curriculum and Instruction Department - Denver Public School...The word algorithm is a part of your children’s working vocabulary when they use the Everyday Mathematics program. An algorithm is a set of rules or well-defined procedure guaranteed to achieve a certain objective. For example, following the directions for assembling a new toy for your child, using a recipe, and following any procedure are all examples of algorithms. In mathematics, an algorithm is a recipe for computation.
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Listserv FAQTo do this, you need to set the SUBJecthdr subscription option for your subscribers. Or the subscribers can set this themselves. This will set a default subject tag, which is normally the name of the list. If you want this to be the default for new subscriptions, then you would set this option in the Default-options= keyword of your list header. Subject-Tag= keyword in the list header. You can read a description of this keyword in the Keyword Reference at the following link:
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Listserv FAQThe easiest method is to use the web interface for list owners to check list subscriptions. The current address for the web interface is: You can see the subscriber list by clicking on the "Subscribers" tab on the list owner web interface form. There is a Review the List Membership section toward the bottom of the page with a couple of links to either view the list of subscribers in a browser window or have it mailed to you.
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Lois McMaster Bujold Mailing List Frequently Asked Questions...Most importantly, consider sending it off-list, especially if only a few people appear to be interested. Remember that there are still some list users who must pay for their e-mail based on the number of messages they receive (through long distance charges, for example). Please be considerate of their pocketbooks. If you feel that the message should be sent to all list users, you should start the message subject with an off-topic marker.
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