Introductory Computer Mathematics

by Nigel P. Cook

This easy-to-understand review of the essentials of mathematics for computer technologists presents basic theory and procedures in an intuitive manner, augmented by numerous step-by-step, worked-out examples and arrowed, second-color annotations. Features instruction on calculator key usage, numerous practical applications of the mathematics, and plenty of problems and self-test review questions for practice. Begins at the very beginning --with fractions and decimal numbers--and then establishes a solid foundation in algebra, trigonometry and logarithms. Then covers computer-related mathematics, including digital number systems and codes, logic gate functions, Boolean algebra an dbinary arithmetic. A quick study/review guide in mathematics for anyone interested in computer technology.

373 pages, Paperback

First published June 14, 1999

Reviews

[Booklist54321 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Contains very simple mathematics useful in electronics and computers. Digital number systems (binary, octal, hexadecimal), logic (AND, OR, NOT, etc) along with algebra level concepts.