Application-oriented microprocessors, which are designed for use in a wide range of applications, have simplified or even made possible the realization of many modern electronic applications. Application-oriented microprocessors include microcontrollers, which represent complete microcomputers on a single chip, as well as digital signal processors, which are specifically designed for the digital processing of analog signals. This book, well-suited for self-study, provides a detailed presentation of application-oriented microprocessors. Rich illustrations and a coherent, self-contained presentation support the reader in comprehensively learning this complex subject.