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In summary: There are no difficult, hidden problems.In summary, Maple is a powerful and useful piece of software that is easy to use. The documentation is not very helpful, but is still good.
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I am thinking about maple soon and i have watched aall the movies at http://www.maplesoft.com/Products/Maple/demo/aca.aspx but at that website they are trying to sell maple so i just wanted to get a review of maple from people who have used it. also could anyone tell me any other features (good or bad) that maple has.
 
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It is a very powerful and useful piece of software. The documentation is worthless in my view. I can do a lot of things with it after almost three years, and I'm still stumbling around on other things that ought to be clear by now if the documentation were written with a user in mind. (I'm convinced that the documentation is written to please the Maple folks themselves, with no view to the needs of a user at all.) That said, it is still a great piece of software and I use it almost daily.
 
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Can you do work with piecewise equations on maple?
 
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I have written piecewise functions, so I would assume you can work with piecewise equations. I have not tried this.

Just recently I wrote a function defined piecewise over five intervals, and then proceeded to differentiate it multiple times with no difficulties at all. Actually, I started with a single function. My composite function was zero is the first interval, the single function translated into the second interval, set a nonzero constant in the third interval, used my original function translated and mirrored for the fourth interval, and zero in the fifth interval.

It took a while to figure out how to do it, but once I tried a test case or two, then I saw how things worked and it was easy to set up the main problem. One of the very nice things about it all is that if you want to try something, just try it. If it does not work, you can wipe those lines out and try something else.
 

1. What is Maple and what features does it offer?

Maple is a mathematical software program developed by Maplesoft. It offers a comprehensive set of tools for solving, analyzing, and visualizing mathematical problems. Some of its features include numerical and symbolic computation, data analysis, programming, and visualization.

2. How does Maple compare to other mathematical software programs?

Maple is considered to be one of the most powerful and user-friendly mathematical software programs available. It offers a wide range of capabilities and has a user-friendly interface. Compared to other programs, Maple is known for its advanced symbolic computation abilities and its efficient algorithms for solving complex mathematical problems.

3. Is Maple suitable for beginners?

Yes, Maple is suitable for beginners as well as advanced users. It has a user-friendly interface and offers various tutorial resources to help users get started. Additionally, Maple has a built-in "smart" document mode that guides users through the steps of solving a problem, making it easier for beginners to use.

4. Can Maple be used for both educational and professional purposes?

Yes, Maple is used in both educational and professional settings. It is widely used in universities and research institutions for teaching and research purposes. It is also used in various industries such as engineering, finance, and science for solving complex mathematical problems and data analysis.

5. Are there any limitations to using Maple?

While Maple offers a wide range of capabilities, there are some limitations to using it. For instance, it may not be suitable for real-time systems or applications that require high-performance computing. Additionally, some of its advanced features may require a steep learning curve for new users. However, Maple is continuously improving and updating its features to meet the needs of its users.

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