Computer Architecture, Sixth Edition: A Quantitative Approach The Morgan Kaufmann Series In Computer Architecture And Design

Explore the inner workings of modern computer systems with Computer Architecture, Sixth Edition: A Quantitative Approach. This comprehensive guide provides a deep dive into the principles and practices underlying the design of high-performance computers. Learn about instruction set architectures, pipelining, memory hierarchies, and parallel processing techniques. Benefit from the quantitative approach, which emphasizes empirical analysis and performance evaluation. Discover how to optimize computer systems for various applications, from mobile devices to supercomputers. Delve into advanced topics such as cache coherence, interconnection networks, and power-aware design. Gain insights from real-world examples and case studies that illustrate the application of architectural principles in practice. This edition features updated content on emerging trends, including warehouse-scale computing, domain-specific architectures, and the impact of cloud computing. A valuable resource for students, researchers, and professionals in computer engineering and computer science.