Synopses & Reviews
Algorithms and Theory of Computation Handbook is a comprehensive collection of algorithms and data structures that also covers many theoretical issues. It offers a balanced perspective that reflects the needs of practitioners, including emphasis on applications within discussions on theoretical issues. Chapters include information on finite precision issues as well as discussion of specific algorithms where algorithmic techniques are of special importance, including graph drawing, robotics, forming a VLSI chip, vision and image processing, data compression, and cryptography. The book also presents some advanced topics in combinatorial optimization and parallel/distributed computing.
applications areas where algorithms and data structuring techniques are of special importance
graph drawing
robot algorithms
VLSI layout
vision and image processing algorithms
scheduling
electronic cash
data compression
dynamic graph algorithms
on-line algorithms
multidimensional data structures
cryptography
advanced topics in combinatorial optimization and parallel/distributed computing
Synopsis
Algorithms and Theory of Computation Handbook presents a comprehensive treatment of algorithms, data structures, and theory of computation. Organized around the main subject areas of the discipline, this resource serves computer scientists, engineers, and other professionals in related scientific and engineering disciplines. The book contains chapters from application areas illustrating how fundamental concepts and techniques come together to provide elegant solutions to important practical problems.