Number theory is one of the oldest and most appealing areas of mathematics. Computation has always played a role in number theory, a role which has increased dramatically in the last 20 or 30 years, both because of the advent of modern computers, and because of the discovery of surprising and powerful algorithms. As a consequence, algorithmic number theory has gradually emerged as an important and distinct field with connections to computer science and cryptography as well as other areas of mathematics. This text provides a comprehensive introduction to algorithmic number theory for beginning graduate students, written by the leading experts in the field. It includes several articles that cover the essential topics in this area, and in addition, there are contributions pointing in broader directions, including cryptography, computational class field theory, zeta functions and L-series, discrete logarithm algorithms, and quantum computing.

An introduction to number theory for beginning graduate students with articles by the leading experts in the field.
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Book Information
ISBN 9780521208338
Author J. P. Buhler
Format Paperback
Page Count 664
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 920g
Dimensions(mm) 234mm * 156mm * 34mm