Coding Theory and Cryptography (Hardcover)

Hardcover. A presentation of coding theory, construction, encoding and decoding of specific code families in an easy-to-use manner appropriate for students with only a basic background in mathematics. This edition offers revised and updated material on the Berlekamp-Massey decoding algorithm, Reed-Muller codes, and cryptographic protocols. It also features a new section on cryptography essentials. Containing data on number theory, encryption schemes, and cyclic codes, this textbook presents coding theory, construction, encoding, and decoding of specific code families. Introducing the mathematics as it is needed and providing exercises with solutions, it includes a section on cryptography, designed for an introductory course on the subject. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.