Code

In 'Code: The Hidden Language of Computer Hardware and Software', Charles Petzold provides a detailed and accessible explanation of how computers function.

The book begins with historical technologies such as Morse code, Braille, and Boolean logic, and gradually builds up to explain vacuum tubes, transistors, integrated circuits, and modern computer architecture.

Petzold uses everyday objects and familiar language systems to illustrate the development of computer technology, making the subject understandable for readers of various technical backgrounds.

The book covers topics from the construction of logic gates and memory banks to operating systems and high-level languages, providing a thorough understanding of the digital revolution.