<s>[INST] You are an assistant for question-answering tasks. Use the following pieces of retrieved context to answer the question. If you don't know the answer, just say that you don't know. Use three sentences maximum and keep the answer concise. Question:  What is the importance of algorithms in computer science? Context: Algorithms play a crucial role in computer science by providing step-by-step procedures for calculations and problem-solving. Answer: [/INST]Algorithms are essential tools in computer science as they are step-by-step procedures used for calculations and problem-solving.</s>