Software development for embedded multi-core systems : a practical guide using embedded Intel architecture / Max Domeika.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Ch. 1. Introduction -- Ch. 2. Basic System and Processor Architecture -- Ch. 3. Multi-core Processors and Embedded -- Ch. 4. Moving to Multi-core Intel Architecture -- Ch. 5. Scalar Optimization and Usability -- Ch. 6. Parallel Optimization Using Threads -- Ch. 7. Case Study: Data Decomposition -- Ch. 8. Case Study: Functional Decomposition -- Ch. 9. Virtualization and Partitioning -- Ch. 10. Getting Ready for Low Power Intel Architecture -- Ch. 11. Summary, Trends, and Conclusions.

"Grappling with how to take advantage of multi-core processors in the embedded market? The use of multi-core and virtualization enable the running of multiple operating systems on one system at the same time - technology that can be used to unlock potential in embedded devices. This book is your resource for a broad understanding of multi-core processors and the challenges and opportunities that arise when developing an embedded application. Intel architecture, a leader in multi-core architecture, is detailed and utilized throughout the book."

"Focusing on practical advice, these pages offer essential material that will aid developers in getting to the root of their problems with multi-core processors, allowing for full optimization. Detailed case studies are included for step-by-step advice on leveraging multi-core processors for embedded applications."--Jacket.