CRC Concise Encyclopedia of Mathematics

Eric W. Weisstein

The definitions, the derivations, the references – all at yourfingertips!The Concise Encyclopedia of Mathematics on CD-ROM is an outstanding compendium of mathematical definitions, formulas, figures, tabulations, and references. Its informal style makes it accessible to a broad spectrum of readers with a wide range of mathematical backgrounds and interests. It stands as a distinctive, highly readable, work-thorough, but stripped of the specialized jargon and dry exposition found in most referencesMuch more than just a dictionary, this fascinating work enhances precise, technical definitions with discussion of the most useful, interesting, and entertaining aspects of each topic. The author gives a perspective to each subject by relating why it is useful, how it connects to other areas of mathematics and science, and how it is actually implemented. Impressive in its print version, The Concise Encyclopedia of Mathematics on CD-ROM goes even further towards a reference that is highly accessible, fully searchable, and fun to explore. The entries are cross-referenced and hyperlinked not only to related entries but also to external sites on the Internet. This makes locating information even more convenient and provides a highly efficient, powerful way to navigate from one related concept to anotherWith its thousands of examples, formulas, and derivations, The Concise Encyclopedia of Mathematics on CD-ROM gives the reader a healthy taste of each subject without getting lost in minutiae and stimulates a thirst for additional information and exploration