Computer architecture from the stone age to the quantum age

"Covers the inner workings of the computer, from the transistor level up to complete CPUs, memory, and beyond, as well as more recent developments, like parallel and quantum architectures. Each chapter includes hands-on exercises and additional resources for exploring topics further"--

Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Fox, Charles (Lecturer in computer science), author (author)
Format: eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: San Francisco : No Starch Press 2024.
Subjects:
See on Biblioteca Universitat Ramon Llull:https://discovery.url.edu/permalink/34CSUC_URL/1im36ta/alma991009805219206719
Table of Contents:
  • Historical architectures
  • Data representation
  • Basic CPU-based architecture
  • Switches
  • Digital logic
  • Simple machines
  • Digital CPU design
  • Advanced CPU design
  • Input/Output
  • Memory
  • Retro architectures
  • Embedded architectures
  • Desktop architecture
  • Smart architectures
  • Parallel architectures
  • Future architectures.