Difference between revisions of "Computer Architecture"

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== Introduction ==
== Introduction ==
Computers are amazing devices and play a significant role in nearly everything that we do.  While seemingly complex, the basic architecture of a computer is straight-forward.  In this experience, we'll take a look at memory, the central processing unit, the arithmetic logic unit, data and address buses, and examine how a computer processes instructions.
== Overview ==
== Overview ==
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Within these castle walls be forged Mavens of Computer Science ...
— Merlin, The Coder

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Prerequisites[edit]

Introduction[edit]

Computers are amazing devices and play a significant role in nearly everything that we do. While seemingly complex, the basic architecture of a computer is straight-forward. In this experience, we'll take a look at memory, the central processing unit, the arithmetic logic unit, data and address buses, and examine how a computer processes instructions.

Overview[edit]

   Computer Architecture.png

Memory[edit]

The ALU[edit]

The CPU[edit]

Key Concepts[edit]