Computer Systems: An Integrated Approach to Architecture and Operating Systems

by Umakishore Ramachandran, William D. Leahy Jr., William Leahy Jr.

Book Overview

In the early days of computing, hardware and software systems were designed separately. Today, as multicore systems predominate, this separation is becoming impractical.

Computer Systems examines the key elements of all computer systems using an integrated approach that treats hardware and software as part of the same, larger system. Students gain important insights into the interplay between hardware and software and leave the course with...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0321486137
• ISBN13: 9780321486134
• Release Date: July 2010
• Publisher: Pearson
• Length: 784 Pages
• Weight: 2.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 7.3" x 9.0"