Description
| Product ID: | 9781593276683 |
| Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
| Country of Manufacture: | US |
| Title: | Inside The Machine |
| Subtitle: | An Illustrated Introduction to Microprocessors and Computer Architecture |
| Authors: | Author: Jon Stokes |
| Page Count: | 320 |
| Subjects: | Computer programming / software engineering, Computer programming / software development |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating 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 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, the book uses analogies, full-color diagrams, and clear language to convey the ideas that form the basis of modern computing. After discussing computers in the abstract, the book examines specific microprocessors from Intel, IBM, and Motorola, from the original models up through today''s leading processors. It contains the most comprehensive and up-to-date information available (online or in print) on Intel''s latest processors: the Pentium M, Core, and Core 2 Duo. Inside the Machine also explains technology terms and concepts that readers often hear but may not fully understand, such as ''pipelining,'' ''L1 cache,'' ''main memory,'' ''superscalar processing,'' and ''out-of-order execution.'' Includes discussion of:
Inside the Machine is perfect for students of science and engineering, IT and business professionals, and the growing community of hardware tinkerers who like to dig into the guts of their machines. |
| Imprint Name: | No Starch Press,US |
| Publisher Name: | No Starch Press,US |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2006-12-01 |
