in this revised and significantly expanded third edition, distinguished scientist and popular author david b. fogel presents the latest advances in both the theory and practice of evolutionary computation to help you keep pace with developments in this fast-changing field. evolutionary computation shows you how to use simulated evolution to achieve machine intelligence. you will gain current insights into the history of evolutionary computation and the newest theories shaping research. fogel carefully reviews the no free lunch theorem and discusses new theoretical findings that challenge some of the mathematical foundations of simulated evolution. chapter by chapter this comprehensive book highlights the relationship between learning and intelligence. evolutionary computation features an unparalleled integration of history with state-of-the art theory and current applications for engineers, professors, and graduate students of evolutionary computation and computer science who need to keep up-to-date in this developing field.