Advanced Computer Architecture

Dr. Smruti Ranjan Sarangi’s book, Advanced Computer Architecture, is a comprehensive textbook covering the latest developments in the field. It’s intended for senior undergraduate students, graduate students, and industry professionals. The book progresses from the fundamentals of simple in-order processors to the intricacies of modern out-of-order (OOO) processor design.
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Key Topics Covered
The book provides in-depth coverage of several key areas in modern computer architecture, including:
• Processor Design: Detailed explanations of advanced pipelines, including OOO processors, branch prediction, and speculative execution.
• Parallelism: A thorough look at instruction-level parallelism (ILP), thread-level parallelism (TLP), and data-level parallelism (DLP).
• Multicore and GPU Architecture: Extensive discussion on multicore processors, cache coherence protocols, and the design of Graphics Processing Units (GPUs).
• Memory Systems: Covers the theoretical foundations of caches, on-chip networks (NoCs), and modern memory technologies like DDR-4 and nonvolatile memories.
• Emerging Topics: The final sections of the book delve into advanced research topics like power and temperature modeling, reliability, hardware security, and the design of AI/ML accelerators.
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Unique Aspects
The book stands out for its focus on modern architectural trends and its emphasis on providing a strong conceptual foundation with real-world examples. It also includes numerous practice problems and illustrations to aid understanding. The content is aligned with the needs of both academia and industry, making it useful for competitive exams and professional research.