An Introduction to Information Theory: Symbols, Signals and Noise (Dover Books on Mathematics)
Pierce, John R.
ISBN 10: 0486240614 ISBN 13: 9780486240619
Published by Dover Publications, 1980
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Covers encoding and binary digits, entropy, language and meaning, efficient encoding and the noisy channel, and explores ways in which information theory relates to physics, cybernetics, psychology, and art. "Uncommonly good...the most satisfying discussion to be found." ― Scientific American. 1980 edition.
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Title: An Introduction to Information Theory: ...
Publisher: Dover Publications
Publication Date: 1980
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: good