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22%OFFJon Stokes - Inside the Machine: An Illustrated Introduction to Microprocessors and Computer Architecture - 9781593276683 - V9781593276683
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Inside the Machine: An Illustrated Introduction to Microprocessors and Computer Architecture

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Description for Inside the Machine: An Illustrated Introduction to Microprocessors and Computer Architecture Paperback. 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 Num Pages: 320 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: UY. Category: (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 180 x 233 x 25. Weight in Grams: 684.
This is a softcover version of the original hardcover edition released December 28, 2006 (ISBN 9781593271046). Computers perform countless tasks ranging from the business critical to the recreational, but regardless of how differently they may look and behave, they're all amazingly similar in basic function. Once you understand how the microprocessor-or central processing unit (CPU)-works, you'll have a firm grasp of the fundamental concepts at the heart of all modern computing. Inside the Machine, from the co-founder of the highly respected Ars Technica website, explains how microprocessors operate-what they do and how they do it. Now in softcover, ... Read more

Product Details

Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
No Starch Press
Condition
New
Number of Pages
320
Place of Publication
San Francisco, United States
ISBN
9781593276683
SKU
V9781593276683
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About Jon Stokes
Jon M. Stokes is co-founder of and Senior CPU Editor for Ars Technica. He has written extensively on microprocessor architecture and the technical aspects of personal computing for a variety of publications. Stokes holds a degree in computer engineering from Louisiana State University and two advanced degrees in the humanities from Harvard University. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at ... Read more

Reviews for Inside the Machine: An Illustrated Introduction to Microprocessors and Computer Architecture
"This is, by far, the most well written text that I have seen on the subject of computer architecture. The writing is clear, logically organized, well illustrated, and is contemporary . . . A work that will be viewed as essential to any student or professional in need of education on the subject." —John Stroman, Technical Account Manager, Intel ... Read more

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