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Principles of Modern Operating Systems

Principles of Modern Operating Systems
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2
Authors:
Jose M Garrido
Richard Schlesinger
Kenneth Hoganson
Publisher:
Jones & Bartlett Learning
Release Date:
2011
ISBN-10:
1449626343
ISBN-13:
9781449626341

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About Principles of Modern Operating Systems

This revised and updated Second Edition presents a practical introduction to operating systems and illustrates these principles through a hands-on approach using accompanying simulation models developed in Java and C++. This text is appropriate for upper-level undergraduate courses in computer science. Case studies throughout the text feature the implementation of Java and C++ simulation models, giving students a thorough look at both the theoretical and the practical concepts discussed in modern OS courses. This pedagogical approach is designed to present a clearer, more practical look at OS concepts, techniques, and methods without sacrificing the theoretical rigor that is necessary at this level. It is an ideal choice for those interested in gaining comprehensive, hands-on experience using the modern techniques and methods necessary for working with these complex systems. New material…

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