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Finitary Linear Groups: A Survey

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Finite and Locally Finite Groups

Part of the book series: NATO ASI Series ((ASIC,volume 471))

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This is a survey article outlining the current state of research in the area of finitary linear groups. While many aspects of the subject are covered, special emphasis is placed on foundations, locally solvable groups, and locally finite groups. Generally, proofs are not included.

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Phillips, R.E. (1995). Finitary Linear Groups: A Survey. In: Hartley, B., Seitz, G.M., Borovik, A.V., Bryant, R.M. (eds) Finite and Locally Finite Groups. NATO ASI Series, vol 471. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-011-0329-9_5

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