Computer Architecture
A foundational handbook that explains how computers work at the hardware and system level. This guide covers core concepts such as CPU design, instruction execution, memory hierarchy, input/output systems, and performance basics. It helps learners understand what happens behind the scenes when a program runs.
3 Modules
27 Lessons
English
0.5 Hr
Reading Plan
MODULE 1
Basics
Evolution of Computing Devices1 min
Digital Computers1 min
Boolean Algebra1 min
Basics of Digital Components1 min
Memory Unit1 min
Random Access Memory1 min
Read Only Memory1 min
Architecture of Computer System1 min
Logic Gates1 min
Registers1 min
Instruction Codes in Computer Architecture1 min
Addressing Modes and Instruction Cycle1 min
MODULE 2
Intermediate
Memory Organisation1 min
Mapping and Virtual Memory in Computer Architecture1 min
Parallel Processing in Computer Architecture1 min
Pipelining in Computer Architecture1 min
Vector(Array) Processing and Superscalar Processors1 min
Array Processor in Computer Architecture1 min
I/O Organisation in Computer Architecture1 min
I/O Processor in Computer Architecture1 min
Priority Interrupt in Computer Architecture1 min
Contributors
Computer Architecture
This handbook introduces the internal structure and working of computer systems. You’ll learn how processors execute instructions, how memory is organized and accessed, and how different hardware components communicate. The content focuses on building conceptual clarity, making it easier to understand operating systems, compilers, and low-level programming.
Why This Handbook Matters
Computer architecture forms the backbone of software performance and system design. Understanding it helps developers write efficient programs, debug low-level issues, and make better design decisions when working with systems, embedded software, or performance-critical applications.
Ideal Learners for This Handbook
This handbook is ideal for computer science students, beginners exploring system-level concepts, and developers who want to understand how software interacts with hardware. It’s especially useful for learners preparing for technical interviews or advanced subjects like operating systems and embedded systems.
Prerequisites
This course is suitable for:
- Basic understanding of how a computer operates
- Familiarity with fundamental programming concepts
- Awareness of binary numbers and basic logic
- Willingness to learn system-level and hardware-oriented concepts










