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Digital systems are created to perform data processing and control tasks. What distinguishes one
system from another is an architecture tailored to efficiently execute the tasks for which it was de-
signed. A desktop computer and an automobile’s engine controller have markedly different attributes
dictated by their unique requirements. Despite these differences, they share many fundamental
building blocks and concepts. Fundamental to digital system design is the ability to choose from and
apply a wide range of technologies and methods to develop a suitable system architecture. Digital
electronics is a field of great breadth, with interdependent topics that can prove challenging for indi-
viduals who lack previous hands-on experience in the field.
This book’s focus is explaining the real-world implementation of complete digital systems. In do-
ing so, the reader is prepared to immediately begin design and implementation work without being
left to wonder about the myriad ancillary topics that many texts leave to independent and sometimes
painful discovery. A complete perspective is emphasized, because even the most elegant computer
architecture will not function without adequate supporting circuits.
A wide variety of individuals are intended to benefit from this book. The target audiences include
•Practicing electrical engineers seeking to sharpen their skills in modern digital system design.
Engineers who have spent years outside the design arena or in less-than-cutting-edge areas often
find that their digital design skills are behind the times. These professionals can acquire directly
relevant knowledge from this book’s practical discussion of modern digital technologies and de-
sign practices.
•College graduates and undergraduates seeking to begin engineering careers in digital electronics.
College curricula provide a rich foundation of theoretical understanding of electrical principles
and computer science but often lack a practical presentation of how the many pieces fit together in
real systems. Students may understand conceptually how a computer works while being incapable
of actually building one on their own. This book serves as a bridge to take readers from the theo-
retical world to the everyday design world where solutions must be complete to be successful.
•Technicians and hobbyists seeking a broad orientation to digital electronics design. Some people
have an interest in understanding and building digital systems without having a formal engineer-
ing degree. Their need for practical knowledge in the field is as strong as for degreed engineers,
but their goals may involve laboratory support, manufacturing, or building a personal project.
There are four parts to this book, each of which addresses a critical set of topics necessary for
successful digital systems design. The parts may be read sequentially or in arbitrary order, depend-
ing on the reader’s level of knowledge and specific areas of interest.
A complete discussion of digital logic and microprocessor fundamentals is presented in the first
part, including introductions to basic memory and communications architectures. More advanced
computer architecture and logic design topics are covered in Part 2, including modern microproces-
sor architectures, logic design methodologies, high-performance memory and networking technolo-
gies, and programmable logic devices.