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Waterloo Maple

Waterloo Maple

Waterloo Maple Inc. is a global leader in developing mathematical software for technical professionals and for the education market. Its core technologies are built upon world-class research in symbolic mathematics at the University of Waterloo, at ETH in Zurich, INRIA in France, Simon Fraser University, and Moscow State University. The company's product line includes: Maple V, a comprehensive mathematical problem-solving and programming environment; MathView, an easy-to-use math and graphing tool; Expressionist, a flexible equation typesetting system used in conjunction with popular word-processors; and Component Technology, consisting of mathematical, visualization, and interface modules that can be linked with other applications.

Maple V and MathView have had an important impact in introducing technology to aid in the teaching and use of mathematics. They are in widespread use world-wide in secondary schools and in universities as a part of the reform movement for mathematics education. Over 100 books about Maple V and its applications have been published.

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