Computer architecture deals with the physical configuration, logical structure, formats, protocols, and operational sequences for processing data, controlling the configuration, and controlling the operations over a computer. It also encompasses word lengths, instruction codes, and the interrelationships among the main parts of a computer or group of computers. This two-volume set offers a comprehensive coverage of the field of computer organization and architecture.

About the Author

HESHAM EL-REWINI, PHD, PE, is a full professor and chairman of the Department of Computer Sciences and Engineering at Southern Methodist University (SMU). He has co-authored several books, published numerous research papers in journals and conference proceedings, and chaired many international conferences.

MOSTAFA ABD-EL-BARR, PHD, PEnG, is a professor and chairman of the Department of Information Science at Kuwait University. He has co-authored two other books, published more than 120 research papers in journals and conference proceedings, and served as chair for a number of international conferences and symposia.

Reviews
"This outstanding treatise...allows students and professionals to become familiar with the inner workings of an inherently complex architecture." (CHOICE, July 2005)



Book Information
ISBN 9780471467403
Author Hesham El-Rewini
Format Hardback
Page Count 288
Imprint Wiley-Interscience
Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc
Weight(grams) 567g
Dimensions(mm) 236mm * 163mm * 23mm