Knowledge Discovery

What is automated knowledge discovery? Why and how is it used? What fields can it be applied to? What typical problems are encountered on the way to new knowledge?

What new data mining and knowledge discovery software systems are available today?This book covers some important topics within knowledge discovery, the focus being on fundamental principles as well as new theories and cutting-edge technologies based on these.

Essential theories and fundamental techniques are presented in a down-to-earth manner accessible to students and researchers from a variety of backgrounds, while basic mathematical terminology is used only where necessary.

Practical examples and case studies are included on an accompanying CD-ROM.