Product Description
Semiconductors are the building blocks of computing. They are the electronic chips that are in every computer and device on the market. Cellphones, cars, computers (of all kinds), gaming systems, machines - anything with hardware has an electronic (or semiconductor) component. This is the professional's guide to the business and technology of semiconductor design and manufacturing. The semiconductor industry lends itself very well to a book of this kind. Just as the telecommunications area, the semiconductor industry is broad and complicated. There's a definite need for a book that explains the in's and out's of the technology and how it works - without bogging down readers with too much technical content.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 4.0 based on 6 reviews)

The Essential Guide to Semiconductors by Ross Topliff

4 Stars
October 01, 2008
This is a very readable book that provides an excellent overview of the semiconductor industry. It avoids a lot of technical jargon in discussing a very technical industry.

Semiconductors Simplified by Technology Enthusiast (Camarillo, CA)

5 Stars
January 25, 2008
Jim Turley's book, The Essential Guide to Semiconductors, is a GREAT read for anyone interested in learning about the building block technologies that power so much of our world. The book offers a truly comprehensive overview of semiconductors, encompassing easy to understand, "byte-sized" technology definitions and interesting chapters regarding the evolution of semiconductor design and manufacturing. Turley also presents interesting big picture perspectives of global market trends, supported by recent data. The reader is guided through the evolution of semiconductor technology, from component parts to integrated circuit technology with relevant concepts explained along the way. What makes the book especially enjoyable is Turley's insider perspective which allows him to make humorous anecdotal observations. All text is well-organized and clearly written. Graphics aid in understanding. Overall, the book offers a solid foundation of knowledge for the non-technical reader and can also be used as an up-to-date refresher course for seasoned practitioners and engineers.

Great Book for first time semiconductor lovers by Vijai P. Atavane

5 Stars
February 02, 2007
Simple, easy to read and to understand, good pictures at appropriate places to help you visualize the details. This is a great book for first time semiconductor lovers. The author takes you through a time line of the semiconductor industry and also talks about the industry trends etc. The books talks about semiconductor components and its functions in an "easy to understand" format. It's a good read especially if you are new to the semiconductor industry and want to get a good understanding of the industry.

waste of money by Just Some Dude

1 Stars
March 14, 2006
Should be called 'The Coffee Table Overview to the Semiconductor Market'! It talked more about people who make them than how to make them. It burned well!!

WOW - I feel 10 times smarter right now... by S. Heintz (Palo Alto, CA)

5 Stars
November 23, 2004
This book is a must read for anyone in the technology industry - even a software guy like me found the content and processes explained fascinating! I would also urge anyone investing in public companies like Intel, Sun, etc.... to read this and truly understand what those companies do. There were several points in the book where the author would explain something, and the curious side of my brain would question "hrm, I wonder why it's called that... or how that came to be" - and without fail... the next paragraph of the book knew exactly what my curiosity would be and spelled it out. A HIGHLY RECOMMENDED BOOK!

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