Foundations of computer technology

A. John Anderson

Foundations of Computer Technology is an easily accessible introduction to the architecture of computers and peripherals. This textbook clearly and completely explains modern computer systems through an approach that integrates components, systems, software, and design. It provides a succinct, systematic, and readable guide to computers, providing a springboard for students to pursue more detailed technology subjects. This volume focuses on hardware elements within a computer system and the impact of software on its architecture. It discusses practical aspects of computer organization (structure, behavior, and design) delivering the necessary fundamentals for electrical engineering and computer science students. The book not only lists a wide range of terms, but also explains the basic operations of components within a system, aided by many detailed illustrations. Material on modern technologies is combined with a historical perspective, delivering a range of articles on hardware, architecture and software, programming methodologies, and the nature of operating systems. It also includes a unified treatment on the entire computing spectrum, ranging from microcomputers to supercomputers. Each section features learning objectives and chapter outlines. Small glossary entries define technical terms and each chapter ends with an alphabetical list of key terms for reference and review. Review questions also appear at the end of each chapter and project questions inspire readers to research beyond the text. Short, annotated bibliographies direct students to additional useful reading.

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  • OVERVIEW Computers: An Introduction Computer Construction Computer Operation Computer Hardware Computer Software Computer Categories Key Terms Review Questions Project Questions Further Reading HARDWARE Digital Integrated Circuits Transistor Integrated Circuit Digital Logic Circuits Integrated Circuit Scale Key Terms Review Questions Project Questions Further Reading Microprocessors and Custom Logic Microprocessor Architecture Microprocessor Hardware Microprocessor Software Microprocessor Development Co-processor Microcontroller Custom Logic Devices Key Terms Review Questions Project Questions Further Reading Memory Systems Memory Hierarchy Memory Classification Semiconductor Memory Secondary Memory Magnetic Disk Optical Disk Magnetic Tape Key Terms Review Questions Project Questions Further Reading I/O Systems Terminal Input Devices Output Devices Input/Output Interface I/O Mechanisms Key Terms Review Questions Project Questions Further Reading Computer Buses Computer Bus Levels Data Transmission Key Terms Review Questions Project Questions Further Reading Computer Hardware Design System Design Methodology System Development-Life Cycle Analysis Considerations Microprocessor System Design Key Terms Review Questions Project Questions Further Reading SOFTWARE Software and Programming Languages Software Programming Programming Language Development Software Development Programs Key Terms Review Questions Project Questions Further Reading Software Engineering Structured Programming Software Development Process Software Analysis Software Design Software Testing Software Maintenance Key Terms Review Questions Project Questions Further Reading OPERATING SYSTEMS The Operating System (Part 1) Operating System Types Disk Operating System (DOS) Operating System Functions Key Terms Review Questions Project Questions Further Reading The Operating System (Part 2) Operating System Levels Process Scheduling Memory Management Input/Output Control System Key Terms Review Questions Project Questions Further Reading NETWORKS Computer Networks Local Area Network (LAN) Network Cable Network Transmission Local Area Networks: Software Modulator/Demodulator (Modem) Communication Software Open System Interconnection (OSI) Model Key Terms Review Questions Project Questions Further Reading ADVANCED HARDWARE Advanced Computer Architectures Complex Instruction Set Microprocessor (CISM) Reduced Instruction Set Microprocessor (RISM) Digital Signal Processor Computer Architectures Multiple Processor Systems: Examples Integrated Circuit: Future Development Key Terms Review Questions Project Questions Further Reading APPENDIX The Evolution of the Computer Early Computer Systems First Generation Computers Second Generation Computers Third Generation Computers Fourth Generation Computers Fifth Generation Computers Sixth Generation Computers Key Terms Review Questions Project Questions Further Reading

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書名 Foundations of computer technology
著作者等 Anderson, A. John
Anderson Alexander John
出版元 Chapman & Hall
刊行年月 1994
ページ数 xvii, 431 p.
大きさ 25 cm
ISBN 0412598108
NCID BA23926857
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言語 英語
出版国 イギリス
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