$3.99: Code: The Hidden Language of Computer Hardware and Software (Kindle eBook) by Charles Petzold

Unlock the Secrets of Computing Have you ever wondered what magic happens inside computers, smartphones, and all those smart devices that fill our lives? For over two decades, Charles Petzold’s “Code” has been the go-to guide, and now it’s been revised and updated for the modern age. This book cleverly illustrates and demystifies the inner workings of computers, revealing how human ingenuity and communication have shaped every electronic device we use. Discover the Building Blocks Explore the bit-by-bit and gate-by-gate construction of the central processing unit, the heart of every smart device. What’s New in This Edition?

• Chapter 18: Let’s Build a Clock!
• Chapter 21: The Arithmetic Logic Unit
• Chapter 22: Registers and Busses
• Chapter 23: CPU Control Signals
• Chapter 24: Jumps, Loops, and Calls
• Chapter 28: The World Brain

From the ticking of clocks to the worldwide hum of the internet, “Code” unveils the essence of the digital revolution.