Method III – Additive Increase, Multiplicative Decrease - Deepstash

Method III – Additive Increase, Multiplicative Decrease

This one hopes to prevent the overload from happening. It determines the max. amount of data a network can handle. It starts by only sending one package of data. Then, if this is fine, it sends double the amount. It continues this process until it reaches the point of overload.

This can be applied to your everyday life. Too much info. can lead to your brain overloading.

∴ you should start by introducing small amounts of information and test how far you can go before your brain is overloaded. Once you know the limit, you'll have a better understanding of when you should stop working on a task.

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