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13. Microprocessors - Part B

The chapter provides a comprehensive overview of microprocessor programming, emphasizing the differences between assembly language and high-level programming languages. The discussion includes the architectures of CISC and RISC processors, highlighting their operational principles and efficiency. Additionally, popular eight-bit microprocessors like the 8085, 6800, and Z80 are examined, detailing their features, instruction sets, and architectural diagrams.

Sections

  • 13.7

    Programming Microprocessors

    This section introduces how microprocessors execute programs, the role of various programming languages, and the tools used for programming.

    Learning Practice

  • 13.8

    Risc Versus Cisc Processors

    This section discusses the fundamental differences between RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computer) and CISC (Complex Instruction Set Computer) architectures, their objectives, and examples of each type.

    Learning Practice

  • 13.8.1

    Cisc Processors

    CISC processors utilize complex instruction sets to minimize Assembly language lines for efficiency, enhancing memory usage but posing challenges with portability.

    Learning Practice

  • 13.8.2

    Risc Processors

    RISC processors emphasize simplicity and efficiency with a limited instruction set, enhancing processing speed through hardware implementation of common instructions.

    Learning Practice

  • 13.8.3

    Salient Features Of Risc Processors

    RISC processors emphasize simplicity and efficiency with a reduced instruction set, enabling faster execution cycles.

    Learning Practice

  • 13.9

    Eight-Bit Microprocessors

    This section covers the characteristics and instruction sets of popular eight-bit microprocessors including Intel's 8085, Zilog's Z80, and Motorola's 6800.

    Learning Practice

  • 13.9.1

    8085 Microprocessor

    This section introduces the 8085 microprocessor, detailing its pin configuration, registers, addressing modes, and instruction set.

    Learning Practice

  • 13.9.1.1

    8085 Registers

    This section describes the various registers within the 8085 microprocessor and their functional significance.

    Learning Practice

  • 13.9.1.2

    Addressing Modes

    The section explains the four addressing modes of the 8085 microprocessor: register addressing, register indirect addressing, direct addressing mode, and immediate addressing mode.

    Learning Practice

  • 13.9.1.3

    8085 Instructions

    The section provides an overview of the 8085 microprocessor's instruction set and the components involved in executing instructions.

    Learning Practice

  • 13.9.2

    Motorola 6800 Microprocessor

    The Motorola 6800 is an eight-bit microprocessor known for its family of microcontrollers and microprocessors, operating without specific I/O instructions through memory-mapped I/O.

    Learning Practice

  • 13.9.2.1

    6800 Registers

    The 6800 microprocessor, released by Motorola, features multiple registers and specific types of addressing modes to facilitate its operations.

    Learning Practice

  • 13.9.3

    Zilog Z80 Microprocessor

    The Zilog Z80 microprocessor is an eight-bit processor compatible with the Intel 8080, featuring an array of registers and a robust instruction set.

    Learning Practice

  • 13.9.3.1

    Z80 Registers

    This section discusses the register architecture of the Zilog Z80 microprocessor, highlighting its similarities with the Intel 8080 and its unique features.

    Learning Practice

  • 13.9.3.2

    Instruction Set

    The section discusses the instruction set of the Zilog Z80 microprocessor, highlighting its compatibility with Intel 8080 and its range of functionalities.

    Learning Practice

References

chapter 13 part B.pdf

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What we have learnt

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