Introduction to 80x86 Assembly Language and Computer Architecture: . - Softcover

Detmer, Richard C.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 128403612X ISBN 13: 9781284036121

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning, 2014

Synopsis

A Revised and Updated Edition of the Authoritative Text! This revised and updated Third Edition of the classic text guides students through assembly language using a hands-on approach, supporting future computing professionals with the basics they need to understand the mechanics and function of the computer’s inner workings. Through using real instruction sets to write real assembly language programs, students will become acquainted with the basics of computer architecture. Introduction to 80x86 Assembly Language and Computer Architecture covers the Intel 80x86 using the powerful tools provided by Microsoft Visual Studio, including its 32- and 64-bit assemblers, its versatile debugger, and its ability to link assembly language and C/C++ program segments. The text also includes multiple examples of how individual 80x86 instructions execute, as well as complete programs using these instructions. Hands-on exercises reinforce key concepts and problem-solving skills. Updated to be compatible with Visual Studio 2012, and incorporating over a hundred new exercises, Introduction to 80x86 Assembly Language and Computer Architecture, Third Edition is accessible and clear enough for beginning students while providing coverage of a rich set of 80x86 instructions and their use in simple assembly language programs. The text will prepare students to program effectively at any level. Updated to be used with Visual Studio 2012, while remaining compatible with earlier versions Over 100 new exercises and programming exercises Improved, clearer layout with easy-to-read illustrations The same clear and accessibly writing style as previous editions Full suite of ancillary materials, including Lecture Outlines in PowerPoint Format, Test Bank, and answer keys Suitable as a standalone text in an assembly language course or as a supplement in a computer architecture course © 2015 | 348 pages

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About the Author

Richard C. Detmer, Middle Tennessee UniversityRichard C. Detmer, received his Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin, Madison in 1972. He has been a university instructor since then, serving at five different institutions. Currently he is the Chairperson of the Computer Science Department at Middle Tennessee State University.

Edition details

• Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
• Publication date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 128403612X
• ISBN 13: 9781284036121
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 348