brute force

Noun

• 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.

Verb

• To solve (a computational problem) by brute force methods.
• To break password, encryption, or any other protection mechanism by brute force methods.