Understanding Riemann Zeta functions for s=1/3

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Hi guys

I'm trying to understand Riemann Zeta functions particularly for s=1/3

I know [tex]\zeta(s)=\sum_{n=1}^\infty\frac{1}{n^s}[/tex]

and converges for Re(s)>1

Ok, but what about for s=1/3, then

[tex]\zeta(1/3)=\sum_{n=1}^\infty\frac{1}{n^{1/3}}=<br /> \sum_{n=1}^\infty\frac{1}{\sqrt[3]{n}}[/tex]

Theoretically it should not converge, but when I put [tex]\zeta(1/3)[/tex] on Wolfram I get approximately -0,9

May you kindly explain me this result, please?

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Why? Because I'm trying to solve this problem:
[tex]\left[\frac{1}{\sqrt[3]{4}}+\frac{1}{\sqrt[3]{5}}+\frac{1}{\sqrt[3]{6}}+...+\frac{1}{\sqrt[3]{1000000}}\right][/tex]

where [tex]\left[x\right] =[/tex] is the Greatest Integer function

And I thought Riemann Zeta functions might be the solutions...

Any tips?

Thank a lot in advance guys for your support...
 
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Wolfram-Alpha gives that result mainly because the Riemann Zeta Function formula you're using, i.e.

[tex]\zeta(s) = \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} \frac{1}{n^s}[/tex]

Only applies when Re(n)>1. Since the number you're using doesn't fit that application, we have to use a different formula, usually this one:

[tex]\zeta(s) = \frac{1}{\Gamma(s)} \int_0^\infty \frac{x^{s-1}}{e^x - 1} dx[/tex]

That formula should give you a solution to Zeta(1/3). But I don't think it'll apply in this problem.
 
ok, thank you so very much for your attention...

I'll continue thinking on the subject...

thanks