An Introduction to Assembly Language Programming for the Intel 8088 Microprocessor

From the Publisher\nA practical new introduction to the assembly language used in the popular Intel line of microprocessors...including the latest family member, the Pentium. This text effectively explains the "mystery" of micrprocessors through detailed coverage of the architecture of the foundational 8088, including step-by-step instruction in how to program it, and strong discussion of the many ways in which it is used in the DOS environment. Coverage encompasses both hardware and software, as well as interfacing with the PC keyboard, display, printer, mouse, and disk drives. Coverage of programming techniques includes coprocessor utilization, link libraries, macros, and interrupts. Plus, included right in the text, is a hands-on project that involves students in building their own single-board computer.