Computer System Architecture
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Summary
This study text is designed for students on introductory computer architecture courses as part of a computer science related degree. Different institutions take a different view of what range of hardware or architectural issues should be covered in the first year of a degree course, but it is a topic area included in most courses. These courses and modules have a variety of titles including Computer Architecture, Computer Systems, Computer Platforms and Computing Machines. The book is a clear and concise introduction to the subject, and will help students get to grips with difficult concepts, and understand how they are likely to be assessed. Key features include: learning outcomes for each chapter; brief explanations of crucial concepts; advice on exams and assessment; tips on common mistakes and how to avoid them