Suhov Y. Information Theory and Coding by Example 2013

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This fundamental monograph introduces both the probabilistic and algebraic aspects of information theory and coding. It has evolved from the authors' years of experience teaching at the undergraduate level, including several Cambridge Maths Tripos courses. The book provides relevant background material, a wide range of worked examples and clear solutions to problems from real exam papers. It is a valuable teaching aid for undergraduate and graduate students, or for researchers and engineers who want to grasp the basic principles.
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A valuable teaching aid for instructors the world over
Covers different aspects to appeal to readers with a background in mathematics, electrical engineering or computer science
Essentials of information theory
Introduction to coding theory
Further topics from coding theory
Further topics from information theory