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 More options Nov 4 2009, 9:10 pm
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From: Rob <tadej.sla...@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, 4 Nov 2009 13:10:23 -0800 (PST)
Local: Wed, Nov 4 2009 9:10 pm
Subject: Re: Vector Space
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> Hm, how would you do linear algebra without vector spaces? How would
> you talk about linear maps, bases, dimension, null spaces etc? Maybe
> you should postpone judgement and learn first some more linear algebra
> and then after a bit go back to the definition, and see why it make
> sense (or not).

> Good luck.
> --
> Maarten Bergvelt

Maarten, you've got it all wrong. Maybe I wasn't clear enough when
describing my problem or maybe you just had a bad day and let it out
here ...

Anyway, I'm definitely not against vector spaces and I do not see
where you've come up with that idea. Also, your statement that I
should learn more linear algebra (although I agree) isn't exactly a
constructive argument I was looking for.
I am interested in the background of what vector spaces really are and
why they were created, not just learning the definition by heart and
sticking with it, not knowing what it actually means. So if you can't
help me, then at least hold the negative thoughts to yourself.


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