Part of a five-volume textbook and reference to algorithms used in computer programs, suitable for either classroom or self- study. Assumes the reader to be familiar with elementary calculus, and to have enough background in computer programming to have written several programs for at least one kind of computer. The first volume begins with the basic programming concepts and techniques, then focuses on information structures. Dates for the first two editions are not given. Cited in BCL3. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.