Advances in Computer Architecture

By Glenford J. Myers

A completely updated edition of this overview of modern computer architecture. Examines alternatives to classical low-level von Neumann computer architecture, discussing the problems of classical architecture and new solutions to these problems. Illustrates new concepts through in-depth case studies of the Intel APX 432, IBM's SWARD, and other machines. State-of-the-art concepts covered include tagged storage, capability-based addressing, process management, protection domains, and error detection.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0471078786
• ISBN13: 9780471078784
• Release Date: March 1982
• Publisher: Wiley
• Length: 545 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.5" x 9.6"

Customer Reviews

A+ book on really advanced but yet to be implemented designs

This book discusses some CPU/computer architecture designs and design principles which should be considered advanced not only for the year of publishing (1982) but for today and for the future also. The book starts with discussion of semantic gap between mechanisms presented by real programming languages and real computers. The book also introduces different measures which can be applied to binary programs e.g. program...