Computer Systems: .

by J. Stanley Warford

Completely revised and updated, Computer Systems, Fourth Edition offers a clear, detailed, step-by-step introduction to the central concepts in computer organization, assembly language, and computer architecture. It invites students to explore the many dimensions of computer systems through a top-down approach to levels of abstraction. By examining how the different levels of abstraction relate to one another, the text helps students look at computer systems and their components as a unified concept. The new Fourth Edition is based on the Pep/8 assembler and simulator, which was designed to teach the basics of the classic von Neumann machine. Pep/8 now includes a new symbolic trace feature that displays global variables and the run-time stack in real time as the student single steps through the program. Throughout the text Warford emphasizes the importance of mastering fundamental computer concepts, which provides a basis for understanding both current and future technology, while also stressing the importance of keen problem solving skills. Computer Systems, Fourth Edition covers all of the core topics in the Architecture and Organization category of the ACM-IEEE Curriculum 2001 Guidelines for Computer Science.

Genres: Computer Science, Textbooks

700 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2002

Reviews

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was a fantastic introductory resource to understanding computers at a low level. The book presents information in a thorough and inviting way. The author seems to really have students in mind when he is writing, and provides tons of supplementary resources on his website for free, which were great for understanding and interacting with each topic. This is what textbooks should be!