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FireWire(R) System Architecture: IEEE 1394A (2nd Edition)
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Author: Inc. MindShare, Don Anderson
List Price: $44.99
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ISBN: 0201485354
Publisher: Addison-Wesley Pub Co (17 December, 1998)
Edition: Paperback
Sales Rank: 36,201
Average Customer Rating: 4.57 out of 5
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Customer ReviewsRating: 4 out of 5
An excellent intro to IEEE-1394
The author does a very good job describing much of the IEEE-1394 specification. He breaks the spec down into a number of very clear and readable chapters that will enable you be well on your way to using the 1394 technology. Also, the diagrams and figures are very helpful -- especially when you compare to the layout of the actual specification.There are a few notable flaws, however. Though the cover says "Includes 1394a", it actually covers the preliminary version of 1394a (1998). This flaw is especially glaring since 1394a came out in 2000. Further, the book is pretty light on the OHCI for 1394 spec. In short, the book is very good at what it does, but needs to be updated and expanded.
Rating: 5 out of 5
MUST READ
This book is wonderful. It fully explains async and isochronous packets, the various layers, electrical components, etc... This book is wonderful for anyone wishing to gain a good understanding of FireWire's inner workings.
Rating: 5 out of 5
A must-read Introduction to 1394
If you need a good intro to the 1394 spec, this book is a must-read. While the 1394 professional may find it somewhat redundant, Don Anderson's book is a God-send for the 1394 novice (in fact Mr. Anderson did specify his book was meant as an introduction). This book helped answer many of my questions and clarify some points which had been previously fuzzy. Especially useful are his diagrams and asynchronous/isochronous comparisons (Very useful if you're going from the asynchronous world to 1394 or even USB). Should be read along with the 1394 spec for optimum impact and benefit.
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