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Microprocessors and Microcomputers: Hardware and Software

by Ronald J. Tocci
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Overview

The sixth edition of Microprocessors and Microcomputers: Hardware and Software provides a comprehensive introduction to the concepts, principles, and techniques of microprocessors and microprocessor-based systems. The book focuses on the elements and features of the popular and powerful 68HC 11.

This edition retains all of the valuable learning aids of the previous editions, including:

  • Extensive use of clearly explained illustrated examples.
  • Clear, uncluttered diagrams and flowcharts.
  • A glossary of key terms within each chapter.
  • Thorough coverage of troubleshooting, supported by the use of illustrated case studies throughout the book.
  • An extensive appendix containing a detailed description of each of the 68HC11's available instructions.

A major enhancement to this new edition is the use of additional photos, illustrations, and exercises to help explain concepts. There has also been a significant increase in the number of chapter review questions, problems, and troubleshooting exercises. Answers to selected problems are provided at the end of the book.

Instructors who are' using this book for a course should obtain the accompanying Instructor's Manual (ISBN 0-13060905-6).

Synopsis

Using the popular, powerful, and easy-to-understand 68HC11 microprocessor as a representative example, this book provides a comprehensive introduction to the concepts, principles, and techniques of microprocessors and microprocessor based systems.

Chapter topics include Number Systems and Codes, Digital Circuits, Memory Devices, Introduction to Computers, Microcomputer Structure and Operation, The Microprocessor: Heart of the Microcomputer, Programming the 68HC11 MPU, Input/Output Modes, and Input/Output Interfacing.

For those interested in a career in electrical or computer engineering.

Booknews

This text provides an introduction to the concepts, principles, and techniques of microprocessors and microprocessor-based systems, focusing on the elements and features of the 68HC11 microprocessor. Three chapters reviewing digital principles and circuits make the text suitable for use for those with a minimal background or those who have been away from the field for a while. The text can be used in electronic technology, computer technology, and computer science programs from the vocational school to four-year college level. This sixth edition includes new photos, illustrations, and exercises to help explain concepts. There is also an increase in the number of chapter review questions, problems, and troubleshooting exercises. The authors are affiliated with Monroe Community College. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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This text provides an introduction to the concepts, principles, and techniques of microprocessors and microprocessor-based systems, focusing on the elements and features of the 68HC11 microprocessor. Three chapters reviewing digital principles and circuits make the text suitable for use for those with a minimal background or those who have been away from the field for a while. The text can be used in electronic technology, computer technology, and computer science programs from the vocational school to four-year college level. This sixth edition includes new photos, illustrations, and exercises to help explain concepts. There is also an increase in the number of chapter review questions, problems, and troubleshooting exercises. The authors are affiliated with Monroe Community College. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Booknews

An introductory textbook for courses in electronic technology, computer technology, and computer science programs either in vocational schools or fuller academic settings; Tocci and Ambrosio themselves teach at a community college. Computer hobbyists and practicing technicians and engineers might also find the treatment useful. The material requires a basic knowledge of digital principles and circuits, but those are reviewed extensively in the first three chapters for readers who are without the background or have been away from the field. The 68HC11 eight-bit processor is taken as the main example because of its simplicity. Earlier editions appeared between 1979 and 1997; the fourth adds principles and techniques of troubleshooting throughout the text. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Book Details

Published
February 1, 2002
Publisher
Prentice Hall
Pages
612
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780130609045

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