A Review of the Principles and Applications of Mainstream Classification Algorithms: From Logistic Regression to Neural Networks
Frontiers in Computing and Intelligent Systems, (2026), Vol.18, No.2, pp.114-117
Published: November 3, 2026
DOI: 10.54097/3esa7m26
Abstract
This article illustrates four mainstream classification algorithms: logistic regression systematically, K-nearest neighbors (KNN), decision trees, and neural networks. Analyzed the mathematical principles, core calculation formulas, and basic achieving methods of each of these four kinds of algorithms; From the perspective of practical application scenes, analyze the applicability and obvious limitations of these algorithms when facing different data. This study provides a systematic proposal for the theoretical understanding and practical application of classification models in engineering and daily life.
Keywords:
Classification Algorithm, Logistic Regression, K-nearest Neighbor, Decision Tree, Neural Networks
APA Citation:
Xinyang Zhao (2026). A Review of the Principles and Applications of Mainstream Classification Algorithms: From Logistic Regression to Neural Networks. Frontiers in Computing and Intelligent Systems, 18(2), 114-117. https://doi.org/10.54097/3esa7m26
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