Modern computer technology is complex, requiring computer professionals, regardless of their field of specialization, to have a good understanding of both hardware and software.
The interactions between hardware and software at various levels serve as a stepping stone to understanding the fundamental concepts of modern computing.
Professors Patterson and Hennessy's Computer Architecture and Design, revised repeatedly, provides the most readable and understandable introduction to this core topic in computer science.
This award-winning textbook is used by over 40,000 students each year.
This new edition of Computer Architecture and Design focuses on the RISC-V open-source instruction set architecture. RISC-V is the first open-source computer architecture designed for use in modern computing environments, including cloud computing, personal portable devices, and embedded systems.
In particular, the second edition includes several improvements, including a section on domain-specific architectures (DSAs) and updated examples of real-world products, ensuring that the information is fresh and timely for a new generation of students.