Finite Fields (Encyclopedia of Mathematics and its Applications, Series Number 20)

Lidl, Rudolf; Niederreiter, Harald

ISBN 10: 0521392314 / ISBN 13: 9780521392310

Published by Cambridge University Press, 1997

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Finite Fields (Encyclopedia of Mathematics and its Applications, Series Number 20)
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521392314
• ISBN 13: 9780521392310
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

The theory of finite fields is a branch of algebra with diverse applications in such areas as combinatorics, coding theory and the mathematical study of switching circuits. This updated second edition is devoted entirely to the theory of finite fields, and it provides comprehensive coverage of the literature. Bibliographical notes at the end of each chapter give a historical survey of the development of the subject. Worked examples and lists of exercises throughout the book make it useful as a text for advanced level courses for students of algebra.

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The theory of finite fields is a branch of algebra that has come to the fore because of its diverse applications in such areas as combinatorics, coding theory and the mathematical study of switching circuits. This book is devoted entirely to the theory of finite fields, and it provides comprehensive coverage of the literature. Bibliographical notes at the end of each chapter give an historical survey of the development of the subject. Worked out examples and lists of exercises found throughout the book make it useful as a text for advanced level courses.