Название: Mathematics In Computing: An Accessible Guide To Historical, Foundational And Application Contexts
Автор: Gerard O’Regan
Издательство: Springer
Год: 2020
Формат: PDF
Страниц: 468
Размер: 11,3 Mb
Язык: English
This illuminating textbook provides a concise review of the core concepts in mathematics essential to computer scientists. Emphasis is placed on the practical computing applications enabled by seemingly abstract mathematical ideas, presented within their historical context. The text spans a broad selection of key topics, ranging from the use of finite field theory to correct code and the role of number theory in cryptography, to the value of graph theory when modelling networks and the importance of formal methods for safety critical systems.
Автор: Gerard O’Regan
Издательство: Springer
Год: 2020
Формат: PDF
Страниц: 468
Размер: 11,3 Mb
Язык: English
This illuminating textbook provides a concise review of the core concepts in mathematics essential to computer scientists. Emphasis is placed on the practical computing applications enabled by seemingly abstract mathematical ideas, presented within their historical context. The text spans a broad selection of key topics, ranging from the use of finite field theory to correct code and the role of number theory in cryptography, to the value of graph theory when modelling networks and the importance of formal methods for safety critical systems.