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.
Summary:
"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 resourcesfor exploring topics further"-- Provided by publisher.
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