Practical Computing for Experimental Scientists

by John D. Beasley

Book Overview

This book fills a gap in scientists' computer training by providing the basics needed to use today's computers and software. It describes available equipment and what to expect by way of performance; discusses handling and storage of scientific data and the display of results; gives practical advice on the writing of programs; examines problems of approximate calculation; and makes recommendations about the selection and care of hardware. It is a...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0198537549
• ISBN13: 9780198537540
• Release Date: April 1988
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.3"