The Architecture of Computer Hardware and System Software

IT professionals turn to Englander to gain a strong understanding of what makes computer systems work. This book presents an introduction to the basic principles of computer system architecture and organization in the context of technological landscape. It places emphasis on networking to address the importance of the communications area.

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This book reflects the latest technology in the field to provide readers with the most up-to-date resource. It presents examples that cover a broad spectrum of hardware and software systems, from personal computers to mainframes. It places more emphasis on networking to address increased importance of the communications area. It consolidates the coverage of buses into one chapter. It integrates numerous review questions at the end of each chapter to enhance the reader's understanding of the material.