Computation Theory

Computation theory is a branch of computer science that studies what problems can be solved using algorithms and how efficiently those problems can be addressed. It explores concepts like computable functions, complexity classes, and the limits of what machines, including computers, can do. Essentially, it seeks to understand the fundamental nature of computation, including what it means for something to be computable, and the resources needed for different types of computation. This theory helps in designing better algorithms and understanding the capabilities and limitations of computers and other computing devices.