The protected-mode 80386 processor is an important step in the evolution of PC software, particularly in the development of better multitasking and data storage capabilities. This book aims to show C programmers how to make the transition to protected mode without having to leave their 8086 code behind. Len Dorfman demonstrates how to port real-mode C subroutines to the 80386 with no modifications, as well as how to write protected-mode C programs and libraries using today's most popular compilers. Other topics include techniques for interfacing with DOS extenders in large C applications and rewriting 8086 assembly code using 80386 instructions. A companion disk of sample programs is offered with the book.
- ISBN10 0830677364
- ISBN13 9780830677368
- Publish Date 1 May 1991
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 11 April 1995
- Publish Country US
- Publisher McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
- Imprint TAB Books Inc
- Pages 352
- Language English