The essentials of computer organization and architecture [electronic resource] / Linda Null, The Pennsylvania State University, Julia Lobur, The Pennsylvania State University.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Data representation in computer systems -- Boolean algebra and digital logic -- MARIE: an introduction to a simple computer -- A closer look at instruction set architecture -- Memory -- Input/output and storage systems -- System software -- Alternative architectures -- Topics in embedded systems -- Performance measurement and analysis -- Network organization and architecture -- Selected storage systems and interfaces -- Data structures and the computer -- Glossary -- Answers and hints for selected exercises.

In its fourth edition, this book focuses on real-world examples and practical applications and encourages students to develop a "big-picture" understanding of how essential organization and architecture concepts are applied in the computing world. In addition to direct correlation with the ACM/IEEE CS2013 guidelines for computer organization and architecture, the text exposes readers to the inner workings of a modern digital computer through an integrated presentation of fundamental concepts and principles. It includes the most up-to-the-minute data and resources available and reflects current technologies, including tablets and cloud computing. All-new exercises, expanded discussions, and feature boxes in every chapter implement even more real-world applications and current data, and many chapters include all-new examples.