[geeks] computer architecture books pt 2

[Greg A. Woods]

[ On Wednesday, March 13, 2002 at 20:45:44 (-0600), Bill Bradford wrote: ]
> Subject: [geeks] computer architecture books pt 2
>
> One of the best "basic introductory" books I've ever seen, and read, is
> by Charles Petzold.
> 
> "Code:  The Hidden Language of Computer Hardware and Software"
> http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0735611319
> 
> I had the hardback, and recently bought the paperback as well.
> Its Microsoft Press, but is OS-agnostic, and is a DAMN GOOD BOOK.
> I'd recommend it for anybody on this list.

I flipped through that book in the store -- I thought it sucked!  Badly.  :-)

"fluff and drivel" was the impression I got, though no doubt it does
contain a layman's introduction to the basics.

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