A method of accomplishing something primarily by means of strength, without the use of great skill, mechanical aids or thought.
A method of computation wherein the computer is let to try all permutations of a problem until one is found that provides a solution, in contrast to the implementation of a more intelligent algorithm.
To break a password, encryption, or any other protection mechanism by brute force.
To solve (a computational problem) by brute force.
The ability to maintain one's will or intent despite either the experience of fear, frailty, or frustration; or the occurrence of adversity, difficulty, defeat or reversal. Moral fortitude.
The ability to overcome one's fear, do or live things which one finds frightening.
The quality of being confident, not afraid or easily intimidated, but without being incautious or inconsiderate.