The eagerly anticipated new edition of the bestselling introduction to
x86 assembly languageThe long-awaited third edition of this bestselling
introduction to assembly language has been completely rewritten to focus
on 32-bit protected-mode Linux and the free NASM assembler. Assembly is
the fundamental language bridging human ideas and the pure silicon
hearts of computers, and popular author Jeff Dunteman retains his
distinctive lighthearted style as he presents a step-by-step approach to
this difficult technical discipline.He starts at the very beginning,
explaining the basic ideas of programmable computing, the binary and
hexadecimal number systems, the Intel x86 computer architecture, and the
process of software development under Linux. From that foundation he
systematically treats the x86 instruction set, memory addressing,
procedures, macros, and interface to the C-language code libraries upon
which Linux itself is built.Serves as an ideal introduction to x86
computing concepts, as demonstrated by the only language directly
understood by the CPU itselfUses an approachable, conversational style
that assumes no prior experience in programming of any kindPresents x86
architecture and assembly concepts through a cumulative tutorial
approach that is ideal for self-paced instructionFocuses entirely on
free, open-source software, including Ubuntu Linux, the NASM assembler,
the Kate editor, and the Gdb/Insight debugger.Includes an x86
instruction set reference for the most common machine instructions,
specifically tailored for use by programming beginnersWoven into the
presentation are plenty of assembly code examples, plus practical tips
on software design, coding, testing, and debugging, all using free,
open-source software that may be downloaded without charge from the
Internet.

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