Synopsis Computer architecture is concerned with the structure and behaviour of the various functional modules of the computer and how they interact to provide the processing needs of the user. The intent of this book is to provide a thorough discussion of the fundamentals of computer organization and architecture and to relate these to contemporary design issues. The book is meant primarily as a textbook as the contents conform to the specified syllabi of various Indian universities. It is useful for the students studying at various universities, colleges and institutions for B.C.A., M.C.A., B.I.T. and other allied courses in computer science.