Computational Theories

Computational theories explore how complex systems, like the brain or natural processes, can be understood through the lens of computation—sequences of steps or operations. They suggest that cognitive functions, such as thinking or problem-solving, can be modeled as information processing activities, much like how a computer executes programs. These theories help us understand how information is represented, transformed, and communicated within systems, providing a framework to study intelligence, learning, and behavior from a computational perspective. In essence, they view many natural phenomena as functions that process inputs to produce specific outputs through systematic, rule-based procedures.