Computer Fundamentals and Programming in C 1st Edition  (English, Paperback, Dey)

Computer Fundamentals and Programming in C is designed to serve as a textbook for an introductory core course on computers and programming in C.

The book begins with an introduction to the number systems, binary arithmetic, logic gates, and basic concepts of operating systems. A major part of the book provides a detailed coverage of programming in C for the reader to acquire the skills of writing programs in C. Concepts such as compilers, linkers, loaders, data types, functions, arrays, strings, pointers, and file systems have been explained exhaustively.

The book also includes case studies demonstrating the use of C in solving mathematical as well as real-life problems. Memory models, command-line arguments, and bitwise operators have been included to demonstrate the variety of problems that C can address. Interspersed with numerous solved examples based on daily life, the theory is also well supported by plenty of review questions and programming exercises at the end of each chapter. Written in a clear and lucid style, the book encourages self-study and motivates the student towards independent problem solving.

Salient Features

• Includes separate chapters on number systems, binary arithmetic, logic gates, and basic concepts of operating systems.
• Provides plenty of solved examples based on daily life.
• Highlights the common mistakes to point out the possible problem areas.
• Provides numerous review questions and programming exercises in each chapter.
• Includes appendices containing special notes on C and case studies.