| Information Theory: A Tutorial Introduction Contributor(s): Stone, James V. (Author) |
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ISBN: 099336795X ISBN-13: 9780993367953 Publisher: Jim Stone OUR PRICE: $69.30 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: May 2016 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Computers | Information Theory - Mathematics | Probability & Statistics - General |
| Dewey: 003.54 |
| Physical Information: 0.63" H x 6" W x 9" (1.14 lbs) 260 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Originally developed by Claude Shannon in the 1940s, information theory laid the foundations for the digital revolution, and is now an essential tool in telecommunications, genetics, linguistics, brain sciences, and deep space communication. In this richly illustrated book, accessible examples are used to introduce information theory in terms of everyday games like '20 questions' before more advanced topics are explored. Online MatLab and Python computer programs provide hands-on experience of information theory in action, and PowerPoint slides give support for teaching. Written in an informal style, with a comprehensive glossary and tutorial appendices, this text is an ideal primer for novices who wish to learn the essential principles and applications of information theory. |