Inside the machine an illustrated introduction to microprocessors and computer architecture

Inside the Machine explains how microprocessors operate - what they do, and how they do it. Written by the co-founder of the highly respected Ars Technica site, the book begins with the fundamentals of computing, defining what a computer is and using analogies, numerous 4-color diagrams, and clear e...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Otros Autores: Stokes, Jon, 1975- author (author)
Formato: Libro electrónico
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: San Francisco : No Starch Press [2007]
Edición:1st edition
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Sumario:Inside the Machine explains how microprocessors operate - what they do, and how they do it. Written by the co-founder of the highly respected Ars Technica site, the book begins with the fundamentals of computing, defining what a computer is and using analogies, numerous 4-color diagrams, and clear explanations to communicate the concepts that form the basis of modern computing. After discussing computers in the abstract, the book goes on to cover specific microprocessors, discussing in detail how they work and how they differ.
Notas:Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph
Descripción Física:1 online resource (xx, 292 p. ) col. ill
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references (pages [271]-274) and index.
ISBN:9781593271329