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Foundations of Operating Systems: Theory and Practice

AUTHOR Bhakhar, Ruchika; Rathi, Preeti
PUBLISHER LAP Lambert Academic Publishing (04/01/2024)
PRODUCT TYPE Paperback (Paperback)

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Delve into the intricate world of Operating Systems with this comprehensive guide, spanning from the foundational principles to cutting-edge trends shaping the future of computing. The journey begins with an exploration of the essence of Operating Systems, defining their role as the bridge between hardware and software, tracing their rich historical evolution from early batch processing systems to the diverse landscape of modern OSes, and dissecting the various types of Operating Systems tailored to different computing environments. Moving deeper, we uncover the underlying structure of Operating Systems, unraveling the mysteries of the Kernel, User Interface, and System Calls that form the backbone of system operation. Next, we venture into the realm of Process Management, delving into the intricacies of process concepts, scheduling algorithms, and inter-process communication mechanisms crucial for orchestrating concurrent tasks. As we navigate through Memory Management, we unravel the complexities of memory hierarchy, virtual memory systems, and memory allocation techniques like paging and segmentation.
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ISBN-13: 9786207476602
ISBN-10: 6207476603
Binding: Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 60
Carton Quantity: 118
Product Dimensions: 6.00 x 0.14 x 9.00 inches
Weight: 0.22 pound(s)
Country of Origin: US
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Computers | Operating Systems - General
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Delve into the intricate world of Operating Systems with this comprehensive guide, spanning from the foundational principles to cutting-edge trends shaping the future of computing. The journey begins with an exploration of the essence of Operating Systems, defining their role as the bridge between hardware and software, tracing their rich historical evolution from early batch processing systems to the diverse landscape of modern OSes, and dissecting the various types of Operating Systems tailored to different computing environments. Moving deeper, we uncover the underlying structure of Operating Systems, unraveling the mysteries of the Kernel, User Interface, and System Calls that form the backbone of system operation. Next, we venture into the realm of Process Management, delving into the intricacies of process concepts, scheduling algorithms, and inter-process communication mechanisms crucial for orchestrating concurrent tasks. As we navigate through Memory Management, we unravel the complexities of memory hierarchy, virtual memory systems, and memory allocation techniques like paging and segmentation.
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