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Vladimir Cherkassky1, Yunqian Ma

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This paper clarifies the differences between function approximation (FA) and VC theory for machine learning. It highlights how regularization, originally from FA, is now used in VC settings, impacting model complexity control.

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Area of Science:

  • Machine Learning
  • Theoretical Computer Science
  • Statistical Learning Theory

Background:

  • Function Approximation (FA) theory aims to estimate true data dependencies.
  • VC (Vapnik-Chervonenkis) theory focuses on imitating target functions for generalization.
  • Regularization, initially for FA, is now applied within VC risk-minimization frameworks.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and highlight distinctions between FA and VC theory and methodology.
  • To empirically illustrate differences in sparse or non-uniform data settings.
  • To compare FA/regularization and VC/risk minimization methodologies based on theoretical assumptions.

Main Methods:

  • Comparative analysis of FA and VC theoretical assumptions.
  • Empirical illustration of differences with sparse and non-uniform data.
  • Contrast of model complexity control in FA (regularization) and VC (SVM margin).

Main Results:

  • FA results are independent of input distribution; VC results depend on it.
  • Regularization, originating from FA, is increasingly used in VC settings.
  • Differences between methodologies are evident in sparse/non-uniform data scenarios.

Conclusions:

  • The application of regularization in VC settings requires careful consideration of underlying assumptions.
  • Understanding the distinction between FA and VC is crucial for interpreting and applying learning methodologies.
  • This work clarifies the theoretical underpinnings of regularization and margin-based learning.