Computer Hardware Systems - How a Computer really works:

What does a Processor really do?

Realizing that it does not stand alone, it cannot do anything without Software as a "Operating System".

Where does "Digital" fit in to this picture? (i.e. "0's" and "1's").

And just what is the significance to 8-bit, 16-bit, 32-bit, and 64-bit Processors?

Let's Design a new CPU the way we want it to be.

We can even make our own codes.

Where does Memory fit into the picture?

We need a place for our "Operating System", as well as for Data-Storage.

How can we start moving data around?

How many ways can we do this?

What are some of the conventional Addressing Modes?

Before groups define them their way.

How can one CPU "Emulate" another CPU?

Can a "lessor CPU" emulate a "more powerful" one?

 

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