Is R Isomorphic to S? Finding an Explicit Isomorphism

In summary, the task is to determine if the given rings R and S are isomorphic. If they are, an explicit isomorphism should be found. R is a 2x2 matrix with elements a, 0, 0, and b, where a and b are integers. S is a set of ordered pairs of integers. It is assumed that R and S are commutative under addition and multiplication. The task is to find a way to create a matrix in R using the elements in S.
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Homework Statement



Determine whether R is isomorphic to S for each pair of rings given. If the two are isomorphic, find an explicit isomorphism (you do not need to show the formal proof). If not, explain why.

Homework Equations



R= 2x2 matrix, a 0, 0 b, for some integers a,b
S= Z x Z

The Attempt at a Solution



I know that they are both commutative under addition and multiplication, so I'm assuming they are isomorphic... but I have no idea how to find the explicit isomorphism.
Thank you
 
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If I give you an element in ZxZ, say (a,b). Then you're given two integers a and b. How would you make a matrix in R with these two elements?
 

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