Computer Organization and Architecture

Stallings, William

ISBN 10: 0130351199 / ISBN 13: 9780130351197

Published by Prentice Hall, 2002

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Computer Organization and Architecture
• Publisher: Prentice Hall
• Publication Date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0130351199
• ISBN 13: 9780130351197
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: very_good

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Synopsis

This book provides a clear, comprehensive presentation of the latest developments in the organization and architecture of modern-day computers, emphasizing both fundamental principles and the critical role of performance in driving computer design. A basic reference and companion for self-study, it conveys concepts through a wealth of concrete examples highlighting modern CISC and RISC systems. A five-part organization covers: an overview, the computer system, the central processing unit, the control unit, and parallel organization. For computer engineers and architects, product marketing personnel in computer or communications companies, and for information systems and computer systems personnel.

About the Author

WILLIAM STALLINGS has made a unique contribution to understanding the broad sweep of technical developments in computer networking and computer architecture. He has authored 17 titles, and counting revised editions, a total of 35 books on various aspects of these subjects. Far five years in a row, he has been the recipient of the award for the best Computer Science and Engineering textbook of the year from the Textbook and Academic Authors Association.

In over 25 years in the field, Dr. Stallings has been a technical contributor, technical manager and an executive with several high-technology firms. He is an independent consultant whose clients have included computer and networking manufacturers and customers, software development firms and leading-edge government research institutions. He created and maintains the Computer Science Student Resource Site at:

WilliamStallings.com/StudentSupport.html

Dr. Stallings holds a Ph.D. from MIT in computer science and a B.S. from Notre Dame in electrical engineering.