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Discrete Mathematics for New Technology
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Product Description
Updated and expanded, this second edition provides an accessible introduction to discrete mathematics. The approach is comprehensive yet maintains an easy-to-follow progression from the basic mathematical ideas to more sophisticated concepts. Although the theory is presented rigorously, it is illustrated by the frequent use of pertinent examples and is further reinforced with exercises-some with hints and solutions-enabling a thorough understanding. This edition includes numerous new examples and exercises designed to illustrate and reinforce mathematical concepts as well as new sections on typed set theory and an introduction to formal specification.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #296977 in Books
- Published on: 2001-12-01
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Binding: Paperback
- 700 pages
Editorial Reviews
From the Back Cover
Updated and expanded, Discrete Mathematics for New Technology, Second Edition provides a sympathetic and accessible introduction to discrete mathematics, including the core mathematics requirements for undergraduate computer science students. The approach is comprehensive yet maintains an easy-to-follow progression from the basic mathematical ideas to the more sophisticated concepts examined in the latter stages of the book. Although the theory is presented rigorously, it is illustrated by the frequent use of pertinent examples and is further reinforced with exercises-some with hints and solutions-to enable the reader to achieve a comprehensive understanding of the subject at hand.
New to the Second Edition
Presenting material that is at the foundations of mathematics itself, Discrete Mathematics for New Technology is a readable, friendly textbook designed for non-mathematicians as well as for computing and mathematics undergraduates alike.
Customer Reviews
A rock solid foundation for good programming practices.
With the set task of explaining the more theoretical fundamentals of computer programming, R Garnier and J Taylor have done a superb job of bringing the subject into the real world.
Easy to follow examples, realistic exercises and plain English explanations make this an excellent development tool for anyone looking to get a rock solid foundation for good programming practices.
With what can sometimes be a difficult subject to enlighten the reader, a somewhat light-hearted approach prevails to make this a very readable textbook.
If your profession involves boolean logic or anything related you should read this book.
Concise, clear and full of exercises so you can make sure you got it before you go on. Do the exercises and you will get a solid understanding of the foundation of computer science.
A rock solid foundation for good programming practices.
With the set task of explaining the more theoretical fundamentals of computer programming, R Garnier and J Taylor have done a superb job of bringing the subject into the real world.
Easy to follow examples, realistic exercises and plain English explanations make this an excellent development tool for anyone looking to get a rock solid foundation for good programming practices.
With what can sometimes be a difficult subject to enlighten the reader, a somewhat light-hearted approach prevails to make this a very readable textbook.
