Relatively hyperbolic groups: Intrinsic geometry, algebraic properties, and algorithmic problems

We suggest a new approach to the study of relatively hyperbolic groups based on relative isoperimetric inequalities. Various geometric, algebraic, and algorithmic properties are discussed.

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