Document (#8220)

Author

Brown, S.

Title

¬The Fuzzy searching of text

Source

TIP applications. 7(1994) no.9, S.6-8

Year

1994

Abstract

Fuzzy searching does not depend upon an exact match between a searcher's question and a database record for retrieval to occur; a close similarity is enough. Explains the technique. Indicates two specific areas in which it is currently being applied. Assesses its implications for text retrieval in general

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