Languages and Machines: An Introduction to the Theory of Computer Science (3rd Edition)

Sudkamp, Thomas A.

ISBN 10: 0321322215 / ISBN 13: 9780321322210

Published by Pearson, 2005

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Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly!

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Languages and Machines: An Introduction to the Theory of Computer Science (3rd Edition)
• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication Date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0321322215
• ISBN 13: 9780321322210
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 3rd Edition
• Condition: good

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Synopsis

The third edition of Languages and Machines: An Introduction to the Theory of Computer Science provides readers with a mathematically sound presentation of the theory of computer science.  The theoretical concepts and associated mathematics are made accessible by a "learn as you go" approach that develops an intuitive understanding of the concepts through numerous examples and illustrations. 

Review

Languages and Machines is a user-friendly text that covers the key ideas of the theory of computation clearly and thoroughly. Examples and numerous diagrams, including diagrams that illustrate the principle of induction, aid in the understanding of the material. Relative to other books containing similar information, this text contains in-depth coverage of languages and parsing.