This book is suitable for embedded systems degree program in electronics / electrical engineering and engineering technology (EET) departments in universities and colleges, as well as for corporate employee training. This book is readable and practical guide covering embedded hardware, firmware, and applications. Among the topics covered in detail are: hardware components, including processors, memory, bus, and I / O system software, including device drivers and operating systems use of assembly language and high-level languages like C and Java interfacing and networking case studies of real-world embedded designs applicable standards grouped by system application * Without doubt, the most comprehensive yet easy to understand book on embedded systems ever written! * leading companies and universities have been involved in content development * An instant classic!