From: mikechurch72@gmail.com   
      
   I'm looking to do some R&D related to neural networks, though with   
   practical intentions in mind. I want to learn as much about neural   
   networks as efficiently as possible. I'm familiar with the basics and   
   can program them for "toy problems", but I'll need to advance to more   
   complex ones.   
      
   What is a good intro text for Neural Networks? My preference is for one   
   that is general and broad rather than focused and specific to one set   
   of applications, at least to start. Cost is not an issue. I'd prefer a   
   book that is practical as well as theoretical, and rather current.   
      
   Thanks.   
      
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