Introduction to Computing Systems: From bits & gates to C & beyond

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Summary: needs improvement.
Review: This is a great book for anyone who wants to know how computers and electronics really work. We always hear that "Computers are all just 1's and 0's," but rarely more than that. "Introduction" does just what its title says: it starts with bits (those 1's and 0's) and works all the way up to high level programming languages like C, hitting everything from Boolean and transistor logic to processor construction to assembly language in between. The book even comes with simulation software for a "computer" that allows the reader to practice and experience low-level programming and interaction without having to work on their own real computers. Anyone with an interest in how electronics work, from experienced programmers to novices wanting to get into the field will enjoy this book immensely.

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Summary: Fascinating and Clear
Review: This is a great book for anyone who wants to know how computers and electronics really work. We always hear that "Computers are all just 1's and 0's," but rarely more than that. "Introduction" does just what its title says: it starts with bits (those 1's and 0's) and works all the way up to high level programming languages like C, hitting everything from Boolean and transistor logic to processor construction to assembly language in between. The book even comes with simulation software for a "computer" that allows the reader to practice and experience low-level programming and interaction without having to work on their own real computers. Anyone with an interest in how electronics work, from experienced programmers to novices wanting to get into the field will enjoy this book immensely.

Rating:
Summary: Fascinating and Clear
Review: This is a great book for anyone who wants to know how computers and electronics really work. We always hear that "Computers are all just 1's and 0's," but rarely more than that. "Introduction" does just what its title says: it starts with bits (those 1's and 0's) and works all the way up to high level programming languages like C, hitting everything from Boolean and transistor logic to processor construction to assembly language in between. The book even comes with simulation software for a "computer" that allows the reader to practice and experience low-level programming and interaction without having to work on their own real computers. Anyone with an interest in how electronics work, from experienced programmers to novices wanting to get into the field will enjoy this book immensely.