80X86 IBM PC and Compatible Computers, The: Assembly Language Programming on the IBM PC, PS, and Compatibles, Volume I [Hardcover]

Muhammed Ali Mazidi (Author), Janice Gillispie Mazidi (Author)

Book Description

Series: 80x86 IBM PC & Compatible Computers | Publication Date: October 28, 1997

Appropriate for microprocessor courses teaching the 80x86 family.Offering students a real "hands-on" experience, this clearly written, visually appealing text takes the fear out of learning about computers by teaching assembly language programming in an easy-to-follow, step-by-step approach. Combining assembly and C programming early on, it uses the Debug utility to first show students what action instructions perform, then provides programs to demonstrate their application. Numerous examples, problems, and review questions continually reinforce concepts throughout.

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Key Benefit:Offering readers a real "hands-on" experience, this clearly written, visually appealing guide covers the implementation of assembly language programming in an easy-to-follow, step-by-step approach. Combining assembly and C programming early on, it uses the Debug utility to first show what action instructions perform, then provides programs to demonstrate their application. Numerous examples, problems, and review questions offer continual reinforcement throughout. Key Topics: Introduces the x86 instructions with examples of how they are used and examines 8-bit, 16-bit and 32-bit programming of x86 microprocessors. Uses fragments of programs from the IBM PC technical reference to show the real-world approach to programming in assembly, and ensures an understanding of binary and hex numbering systems before delving into assembly language programming. Now exposes readers to many new areas, including bit-manipulation in C; INT 16H and key press detection; INT 33H mouse function calls; interrupt programming in C; mouse programming in C and assembly; and putting assembly codes in C programs.Market: For PC technicians, designers of complex PC interface cards, and system programmers.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 366 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 2nd edition (October 28, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0137584830
• ISBN-13: 978-0137584833
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,335,481 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #71 in Books > Computers & Technology > Programming > Languages & Tools > Assembly Language Programming

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars not good for a beginner, June 24, 1998

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This review is from: 80X86 IBM PC and Compatible Computers, The: Assembly Language Programming on the IBM PC, PS, and Compatibles, Volume I (Hardcover)

i was a beginner when i bought this book for a quarter at a charity book sale.. i was glad it only cost a quarter, because that's all its worth for a beginner in assembly programming.. its just not explained in a good manner like the other books out there..

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars [e-mail], January 7, 1999

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This review is from: 80X86 IBM PC and Compatible Computers, The: Assembly Language Programming on the IBM PC, PS, and Compatibles, Volume I (Hardcover)

An excellent book on it's subject. I believe the book should be bought only if u have a basic understanding of assembly and microprocessors.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally found the book I need !, July 28, 1998

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This review is from: 80X86 IBM PC and Compatible Computers, The: Assembly Language Programming on the IBM PC, PS, and Compatibles, Volume I (Hardcover)

I have been searching libraries for a long time looking for an advanced and practical book on assembly programming, but with little luck. This book astonished me when I browsed and read it. It's so direct on the subject with lots of well thought of examples on the PC interfacing and practical knowledge. Its well written and shows a great experience in teaching the subject. I give it 5 stars and put my word on it. Every one can check it for themselves and see what I mean. Good job except for its high price.