Essentials of Computer Organization and Architecture

by Linda Null

Overview

Essentials of Computer Organization and Architecture focuses on the function and design of the various components necessary to process information digitally. This title presents computing systems as a series of layers, taking a bottom-up approach by starting with low-level hardware and progressing to higher-level software. Its focus on real-world examples and practical applications encourages students to develop a "big-picture" understanding of how essential organization and architecture concepts are applied in the computing world. In addition to direct correlation with the ACM/IEEE guidelines for computer organization and architecture, the text exposes readers to the inner workings of a modern digital computer through an integrated presentation of fundamental concepts and principles.The Fifth Edition of Essentials of Computer Organization and Architecture was awarded the William Holmes McGuffey Longevity Award ("McGuffey") from the Text and Academic Authors Association (TAA). The McGuffy award recognizes textbooks and learning materials whose excellence has been demonstrated over time. Key concepts are presented clearly in an approachable writing style. The authors omit unnecessary jargon and avoid abstraction to boost student enthusiasm.Bottom-up approach-the text is carefully structured so that the reader understands one level before moving on to the next.Real-world examples allow students a better understanding of how technology and techniques are combined for practical purposes.Sidebars include interesting tidbits of information that go a step beyond the main focus of the chapter, thus allowing readers to delve further into the material. Navigate Advantage includes MARIE (Machine Architecture that is Really Intuitive and Easy), which allows students to learn the essential concepts of computer organization and architecture. Despite its simplicity, it simulates a functional system. The MARIE machine simulator, MarieSim, has a user-friendly GUI that allows students to (1) create and edit source code, (2) assemble source code into machine object code, (3) run machine code, and (4) debug programs. Computer OrganizationComputer ArchitectureComputer Organization & Assembly Language © 2024 | 750 pages

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781284259438
Publisher:	Jones & Bartlett Learning
Publication date:	04/27/2023
Edition description:	6th ed.
Pages:	750
Product dimensions:	7.40(w) x 9.06(h) x 1.50(d)

About the Author

Linda Null received a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Iowa State University in 1991, an M.S. in Computer Science from Iowa State University in 1989, an M.S. in Computer Science Education from Northwest Missouri State University in 1983, an M.S. in Mathematics Education from Northwest Missouri State University in 1980, and a B.S. in Mathematics and English from Northwest Missouri State University in 1977. She has been teaching mathematics and computer science for over 25 years and is currently the Computer Science graduate program coordinator at Penn State Harrisburg, where she has been a member of the faculty since 1995. Professor Null was recently presented Penn State's Award for Excellence in Teaching in recognition of her innovative and outstanding work in the classroom, as well as the Kathryn Towns Award in recognition of her commitment to the issues and interests of women students, particularly those in mathematics and computer science. Her areas of interest include computer organization and architecture, operating systems, and computer security.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Data Representation in Computer Systems
Chapter 3 Boolean Algebra and Digital Logic
Chapter 4 MARIE: An Introduction to a Simple Computer
Chapter 5 A Closer Look at Instruction Set Architecture
Chapter 6 Memory
Chapter 7 Input/Output and Storage Systems
Chapter 8 System Software
Chapter 9 Alternative Architectures
Chapter 10 Topics in Embedded Systems
Chapter 11 Performance Measurement and Analysis
Chapter 12 Network Organization and Architecture
Chapter 13 Selected Storage Systems and Interfaces
Chapter Appendix A Data Structures and the Computer