Complexity in Computer Science
$185.61
- Hardcover
750 pages
- Release Date
19 November 2026
Summary
Computational complexity theory is about the fundamental capabilities and limitations of efficient computation. Framing the subject in the broader context of computer science, this guidebook is both a self-contained tutorial for beginning graduate students in all areas of computer science and a thorough reference for specialists.
Using only elementary discrete math, the book rigorously covers the central concepts of time, space, and randomness in computing, as well as connections to o…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781009752336 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1009752332 |
| Author: | Thomas Watson |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press |
| Imprint: | Cambridge University Press |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 750 |
| Release Date: | 19 November 2026 |
| Weight: | 1.72kg |
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Critics Review
‘Watson’s Complexity in Computer Science is a comprehensive introduction to computational complexity. It is especially well suited for students new to the area who want to learn both the foundations of the field and its connections to other areas of computer science, such as cryptography and learning theory. Its breadth and level of detail make it an invaluable resource for students.’ Shachar Lovett, University of California, San Diego
Thomas Watson
Thomas Watson is Associate Professor of Computer Science at the University of Memphis. He received his Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley. His research spans many areas of computational complexity and has been supported by an NSF CAREER award.
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