The Architecture of Computer Hardware and System Software: An Information Technology Approach

by Irv Englander

The Architecture of Computer Hardware and System Software provides the right amount of technical detail needed to succeed in the field. This accessible introduction provides the basic principles of computer system architecture and organization in the context of the current technological landscape. The author provides chapters on the fundamentals of networking as it relates to computer systems as well as all kinds of business systems, from entrepreneurial to small business, networked, distributed, and more. This valuable book provides IT professionals with several real-world case studies that clearly show how the concepts are applied in the field.

Genres: Computer Science, Technology

704 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 27, 1996

Reviews

[Emily · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Architecture of Computer Hardware, Systems Software, & Networking by Irv Englander offers a clear, accessible introduction to the core components of computer systems. It covers hardware, operating systems, and networking in a way that’s beginner-friendly but still detailed enough for IT students and professionals. The real-world examples and structured layout make complex topics easier to understand. While some readers noted the lack of a glossary and lower paper quality in the paperback, most agree it's a well-written and valuable resource for learning how modern computing systems work.

[Terri Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was one of my textbooks for Software Architecture. Very helpful and insightful.

[Chamara · Rating 5 out of 5]

thanks

[Pham Manh hiep · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very brief overview of the computer architecture and operating system. I feel some topics may not understandable without relevant knowledge like the the bus architecture section