AN INTRODUCTION TO STOCHASTIC PROCESSES

An Introduction to Stochastic Processes provides a clear and rigorous introduction to the theory and applications of stochastic processes. The book begins with an introductory chapter that reviews essential probability tools, including computing by conditioning and the law of large numbers, while introducing classical processes such as random walks, gambler’s ruin, and branching processes. Key concepts like renewal processes and stopping times are also presented, providing a foundation for th…