Average Case Analysis of Algorithms on Sequences
@inproceedings{Szpankowski2001AverageCA, title={Average Case Analysis of Algorithms on Sequences}, author={Wojciech Szpankowski}, year={2001} }
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While most algorithm designs are finalized toward worst case scenarios where they have to cope efficiently with unrealistic inputs, the average case solution is a probabilistic approach that allows for the possibility that a simple algorithm would suffice. This book provides a unique overview of the tools and techniques used in average case analysis of algorithms.
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