Computer Mathematics

Webster's New World Dictionary of Computer Terms, Seventh Edition

More than just a dictionary of computer and Internet terms, Bryan Pfaffenberger's book explains why a term is important and how it is related to other terms. Terms listed within this resource range from supergeeky, such as "symmetric key encryption algorithm," to superslang, such as "snaf." Within his definitions, Pfaffenberger italicizes any other words that you may not know, but that you can also access in the dictionary. One interesting feature is the list of common abbreviations used on Internet Relay Chat and Usenet (such as TTYL, for "talk to you later," and IMHO, for "in my humble opinion."). Webster's New World Dictionary of Computer Terms is pocket-sized, so it can easily travel along with you in your laptop case when you are working by remote access. --Cristina Vaamonde

Keeping pace with computer and Internet technology, this reference includes over 4,000 definitions of computer and Internet terms, acronyms, jargon, and slang.

Understanding FFT Applications, Second Edition

This companion volume to Andy Zonst's Understanding the FFT is written in five parts, covering a range of topics from transient circuit analysis to two dimensional transforms. It's an introducton to some of the many applicatons of the FFT, and it's intended for anyone who wants to understand and explore this technology.

The presentation is unique in that it avoids the calculus almost (but not quite) completely. It's a practical "how-to" book, but it also provides down to earth understanding.

This book developes computer programs in BASIC and the reader is encouraged to type these into a computer and run them; however, for those who don't have access to a BASIC compiler you may down load the programs from the internet (contact Citrus Press for URL).

The potential buyer should understand that presentations are frequently started at an elementary level. This is just a technique to establish the foundation for the subsequent discussion, intended for those who don't already understand the subject (the material usually comes quickly to the problem at hand). The book is written in an informal, tutorial style, and should be managable by anyone with a solid background in high school algebra, trigonometry, and complex arithmetic. Zonst has included the mathematics that might not be available in a high-school curriculum; so, if you managed to work your way through the first book, you should be able to handle this one.

For those familiar with the first edition of this book, the most prominant feature of this revised edition will be its improved coherence and readability.

Discrete Structures, Logic and Computability

This text introduces the beginning computer science student to some of the fundamental ideas and techniques used by computer scientists today, focusing on discrete structures, logic and computability. The emphasis is on the computational aspects, so that the reader can see how the concepts are actually used. Because of logic's fundamental importance to computer science, the topic is examined extensively in three phases which cover: informal logic; the technique of inductive proof; and formal logic and its applications to computer science.

Real Computing Made Real: Preventing Errors in Scientific and Engineering Calculations

Numerical Fracture Mechanics

IBM Dictionary of Computing

Now computer professionals can have instant access to the all new 10th Edition of the IBM Dictionary of Computing defining 18,000 terms. This one-of-a-kind desk reference covers virtually all information processing, personal computing telecommunications, office systems, and IBM-specific terms. Never before available to the general public, the IBM Dictionary of Computing includes terms and definitions from: The American National Standard Dictionary for Information Systems, ANSI X3.172-1990; The ANSI/EIA Standard - 440-A, Fiber Optic Terminology; The Information Technology Vocabulary, developed by (ISO/IEC/JTC1/SC1); Information for IBM products announced since the previous edition of the dictionary.

Mastering the Sas System (VNR computer library)

Ray Tracing Worlds With Pov-Ray/Book and 2 Disks

Maple V Language Reference Manual

This book describes the Maple Symbolic Computation System and the Maple V language. It describes the numeric and symbolic expressions that can be used in Maple V. All the basic data types, such as names, polynomials, and functions, as well as structured data types, are covered. The book also gives a complete description of the programming language statements that are provided in the Maple V system and shows how a user can extend the functionality of the Maple V system by adding user-defined routines. The manual also provides a complete description of the Maple V system, including its 2D and 3D graphics. Maple V features a newly designed user interface on many systems. Separate appendices describe how to use Maple V on systems using the X Window System, DOS, and the Macintosh.

Mathematica for Scientists and Engineers

This practical guide to Mathematica focuses on the specific needs of scientists and engineers. Problems in these fields often are non-trivial, and can push Mathematica (and any computer system) to its limits. Here the author, providing carefully chosen examples, shows how these problems can be solved.