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Assembly Language for x86 Processors, 7e is suitable for undergraduate courses in assembly language programming and introductory courses in computer systems and computer architecture. Proficiency in one other programming language, preferably Java, C, or C , is recommended.    Written specifically for 32- and 64-bit Intel/Windows platform, this complete and fully updated study of assembly language teaches students to write and debug programs at the machine level. This text simplifies and demystifies concepts that students need to grasp before they can go on to more advanced computer architecture and operating systems courses. Students put theory into practice through writing software at the machine level, creating a memorable experience that gives them the confidence to work in any OS/machine-oriented environment.   The full text downloaded to your computer With eBooks you can: search for key concepts, words and phrases make highlights and notes as you study share your notes with friends eBooks are downloaded to your computer and accessible either offline through the Bookshelf (available as a free download), available online and also via the iPad and Android apps. Upon purchase, you'll gain instant access to this eBook. Time limit The eBooks products do not have an expiry date. You will continue to access your digital ebook products whilst you have your Bookshelf installed.

Assembly Language for x86 Processors, Global Edition

• Contents


• Preface


• About the Author


• Chapter 1: Basic Concepts


• 1.1 Welcome to Assembly Language


• 1.1.1 Questions You Might Ask


• 1.1.2 Assembly Language Applications


• 1.1.3 Section Review


• 1.2 Virtual Machine Concept


• 1.2.1 Section Review


• 1.3 Data Representation


• 1.3.1 Binary Integers


• 1.3.2 Binary Addition


• 1.3.3 Integer Storage Sizes


• 1.3.4 Hexadecimal Integers


• 1.3.5 Hexadecimal Addition


• 1.3.6 Signed Binary Integers


• 1.3.7 Binary Subtraction


• 1.3.8 Character Storage


• 1.3.9 Section Review


• 1.4 Boolean Expressions


• 1.4.1 Truth Tables for Boolean Functions


• 1.4.2 Section Review


• 1.5 Chapter Summary


• 1.6 Key Terms


• 1.7 Review Questions and Exercises


• 1.7.1 Short Answer


• 1.7.2 Algorithm Workbench


• Chapter 2: x86 Processor Architecture


• 2.1 General Concepts


• 2.1.1 Basic Microcomputer Design


• 2.1.2 Instruction Execution Cycle


• 2.1.3 Reading from Memory


• 2.1.4 Loading and Executing a Program


• 2.1.5 Section Review


• 2.2 32-Bit x86 Processors


• 2.2.1 Modes of Operation


• 2.2.2 Basic Execution Environment


• 2.2.3 x86 Memory Management


• 2.2.4 Section Review


• 2.3 64-Bit x86-64 Processors


• 2.3.1 64-Bit Operation Modes


• 2.3.2 Basic 64-Bit Execution Environment


• 2.4 Components of a Typical x86 Computer


• 2.4.1 Motherboard


• 2.4.2 Memory


• 2.4.3 Section Review


• 2.5 Input?Output System


• 2.5.1 Levels of I/O Access


• 2.5.2 Section Review


• 2.