Entropy
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- Author:
- Behnaam Aazhang
- Subject:
- Science and Technology
- Institution Name:
- Connexions
- Collection:
- Connexions
- Grade Level:
- Post-secondary
- Abstract:
This module presents a quantification of information by the use of entropy. Entropy, or average self-information, measures the uncertainty of a source and hence provides a measure of the information it could reveal.
- Course Type:
- Learning Module
- Languages:
- English
- Material Type:
- Readings, Syllabi
- Media Format:
- Text/HTML
- Conditions of Use:
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Creative Commons Attribution 1.0
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