Assembly Language and Systems Programming for the M68000 Family, Second Edition

This book provides a comprehensive introduction to assembly language and systems programming for the Motorola M68000 family of microprocessors. It covers the architecture of the M68000 family, including the MC68000, MC68020, MC68030, and MC68040, and details their instruction sets, addressing modes, and data structures.

The text emphasizes practical systems programming concepts, such as memory management, exception handling, and interfacing with high-level languages. It includes numerous examples and exercises to reinforce learning, making it suitable for both students and professionals.

The second edition has been updated to include coverage of the later members of the M68000 family, such as the MC68020/30/40, and their advanced features like memory indirect addressing and floating-point support.

With its clear explanations and thorough coverage, this book serves as an essential resource for anyone working with or learning about the M68000 architecture and assembly language programming.