Advanced Microprocessor Systems
Objective of this note is to explains the
internal operation, layout and underlying design principles of modern systems
containing advanced microprocessors. Topics covered includes: Early computing
devices, Moore's Law, Microprocessor advancement mechanisms, Semiconductor
processing, Latest processsing techniques, Packaging, Debug and test, Computer
architecture advancements, Computer components, Mass Storage, Long term data
storage, Processor design planning, Branch prediction, Microarchitectural units,
Caching -Pipelining, Performance measurement, Benchmarks , Error detection and
correction, Buses, Newer non-volatile technologies, LVDS signalling- Logic
design, Processor design layout, Microcontrollers, Development systems,GPU
Architectures, ARM processors, AMD processors, SUN Niagara processors.
Author(s): Robert J. Lopes
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