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> because notation and nomenclature changes over time. That is why there are desires to standardize Physics notation [1]. It would be nice if a newer field, su
by jared314 12y ago
> because notation and nomenclature changes over time.
That is why there are desires to standardize Physics notation [1]. It would be nice if a newer field, such as CS, could learn from those mistakes early.
[1] https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=8831497 https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=8831497
- taeric 12y agoIt is probably a safe bet that a large portion of notation and nomenclature that is in wide use, was put forth as a means to standardize its use. It isn't like folk thought, "I want to confuse folks with my terminology."
- pixl97 12y agoEven that is problematic, society and media take and manipulate terms outside of official channels. Words will differ greatly from their layman use versus their professional terms.