The architecture of computer hardware, systems software, & networking : an information technology approach / Irv Englander, Bentley University.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 645-656) and index.

pt. 1. An overview of computer systems : Ch. 1. Computer systems -- pt. 2. Data in the computer : Ch. 2. Number systems -- Ch. 3. Data formats -- Ch. 4. Representing integer data -- Ch. 5. Floating point numbers -- pt. 3. Computer architecture and hardware operation : Ch. 6. The Little Man computer -- Ch. 7. The CPU and memory -- Ch. 8. Instructions in the computer -- Ch. 9. Input/output -- Ch. 10. Computer peripherals -- Ch. 11. Modern computer systems -- Ch. 12. Three systems examples.

Most computer architecture books are just too technical and complex. Focusing on specific technology, they often by-pass the basics and are outdated as quickly as technology advances. Now you can give your students a gentle introduction to computer architecture and systems software that will provide the appropriate amount of technical detail they need to make successful decisions in their future careers. This text covers the basics in an accessible, easy to understand way. Organized in a form that parallels an actual computer system, entire sections are devoted to principles of data, hardware, and software, to emphasize the importance of computer structure. Assuming only basic knowledge, these sections build up to an in-depth understanding of each topic and how they interrelate to make up a computer system.