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How Computers Really Work

By Matthew Justice

How Computers Really Work Computer Science

How Computers Really Work

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From Amps to Apps: How Computers Work is an approachable, hands-on guide to understanding how computers work, from low-level circuits to modern software. From Amps to Apps: How Computers Work takes an informal approach to topics often reserved for textbooks. Each chapter covers one foundational aspect of computing. Exercises and hands-on activities throughout are designed to help you learn. Exercises mostly involve mental problem solving, while hands-on activities require you to actually try various aspects of computing: building a circuit, writing software, and so forth. You will learn about electrical circuits, learn how to read a circuit diagram, and build a working circuit. You'll learn how computer hardware like processors, memory, and input/output work and fit together; how low-level machine code runs on a processor; and how to examine the machine code of software running on a computer. You'll gain an understanding of the differences between programming languages like C and Python; examine operating systems; use tools to explore your local network and the Internet; and build a simple web page. The book's primary goal is to give you a broad understanding of how computers work and to offer a big-picture view of computing and the foundational information needed to dig deeper into topics that interest you.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
392
Release Date:
2020-12-17
Publication Date:
2021-01-31
Publisher:
Random House LLC US
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
1718500661
ISBN13:
9781718500662
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
753 g
Height:
175 cm
Width:
233 cm
Thickness:
27 cm
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