5. Graphs Using a Computer Algebra System

3D graph

The graph of z = 4x3 + y3

We now have many tools which can help us to do mathematics.

All of your mathematics subjects require you to draw graphs. It is good to do lots of practise. Another way is to get some useful tools.

Once you start using a Computer Algebra System you will find that it changes your whole view on mathematics. It takes a lot of the tedium out of algebra and frees up time to think about what you are doing.

Some of the many commercial CASs available:

Open Source Computer Algebra Systems

For those of you on a tight budget (aren't we all?), here is a list of open source computer algebra systems.

Graphics Calculators

I was actually never in the position where I needed to use graphics calculators. They are certainly better than nothing and make class sets feasible.




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