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In a unique, single volume, this highly versatile text/reference introduces readers to the importance of channel coding (error-correcting codes), secure coding (cryptography), and source coding (data compression). It is organized in three main parts and uses clear, nonmathematical explanations to develop the concepts, principles, and techniques in each area of coding. Requiring only a general familiarity with computer methods, the book deals with all aspects of coding and its relevance to fast, secure, and reliable data transmission and storage. Features & Benefits: *Presents comprehensive coverage of areas of coding often found in separate books, and stresses data coding’s relevance in today’s world *Provides a wealth of examples and exercises (with solutions) to help readers easily grasp the material *Incorporates an extensive chapter on data hiding, a sparsely documented topic of increasing importance in the community *Includes an author-supplied website with supplementary material *Possesses a detailed bibliography and helpful glossary, index, and appendixes (including projects for self-study).