Computer Systems: A Programmer's Perspective

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Computer systems: A Programmer’s Perspective explains the underlying elements common among all computer systems and how they affect general application performance. Written from the programmer’s perspective, this book strives to teach readers how understanding basic elements of computer systems and executing real practice can lead them to create better programs.

Spanning across computer science themes such as hardware architecture, the operating system, and systems software, the Third Edition serves as a comprehensive introduction to programming. This book strives to create programmers who understand all elements of computer systems and will be able to engage in any application of the field--from fixing faulty software, to writing more capable programs, to avoiding common flaws. It lays the groundwork for readers to delve into more intensive topics such as computer architecture, embedded systems, and cybersecurity.

This book focuses on systems that execute an x86-64 machine code, and recommends that programmers have access to a Linux system for this course. Programmers should have basic familiarity with C or C++.

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Are you ready to take your programming skills to the next level? Look no further than Computer Systems: A Programmer’s Perspective. This groundbreaking book provides a comprehensive introduction to computer systems, teaching you the underlying elements common among all computer systems and how they affect application performance. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced programmer, this book will help you create better programs by understanding the fundamental principles of computer systems.

Computer Systems: A Programmer’s Perspective covers essential topics such as hardware architecture, operating systems, and systems software. By gaining a deeper understanding of these concepts, you'll be equipped to write more capable programs and avoid common pitfalls. Whether you're fixing faulty software or delving into the exciting fields of computer architecture, embedded systems, or cybersecurity, this book is your guide.

This book is specifically designed for programmers who have a basic familiarity with C or C++. It focuses on systems that execute an x86-64 machine code, making it an invaluable resource for anyone looking to expand their programming expertise. To fully benefit from the material, access to a Linux system is recommended.

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