The original motivation for the development of digital computers was to make it possible to perform calculations that were too large to be attempted by a human

The number one requirement for computer arithmetic has always been speed. It is the main force that drives the technology. With increased speed larger problems

Arithmetic and Logic in Computer Systems provides a useful guide to a fundamental subject of computer science and engineering. Algorithms for performing operati

The authoritative reference on the theory and design practice of computer arithmetic.

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