Computer Architecture

Ever wondered how a computer really works, from programs/windows/buttons down to transistors and electric currents ?

Here is my take on this challenging task: explaining how a computer works from electricity to desktop applications.

Physics of the computer

This section explains what is the physics behind computers and how electrons are used to store and process information.

Fundamental electronic components

This section explains what are the basic building blocks of computer hardware : the most used components such as transistors and capacitors, as well as logic gates

Computer hardware

Here are the best known computer hardware explained, such as hard drives, random access memories and processors.

Data formats and storage conventions

Storing and processing different types of information using binary and conventions.