Discrete Structures with Contemporary Applications

This self-contained text on discrete mathematics covers contemporary applications of discrete mathematics, including simulation, probabilistic algorithms, and public-key cryptography. Other topics discussed include logic and sets, relations and functions, number systems, counting techniques, generating functions, algorithms, and basic simulations. The author includes exercises throughout the sections and at the end of each chapter to illustrate key concepts. He also provides solutions to the problems to ensure further understanding. Numerous supplementary topics are introduced in the appendices and exercise passages to allow for student projects.