Operating Systems: A Systematic View

Operating Systems: A Systematic View
- Shows why operating systems are needed and what they do, in great detail.
- Written at a pace and level that is appropriate for introductory-level students, including numerous illustrations to visually reinforce concepts.
- Covers the most modern OS topics.
- Uses the most current versions of popular operating systems, such as WIndows XP, WIndows 2003, Linux, Macintosh OS X, and Novell.
- New chapter on Macintosh OS X internals.
- Less focus on mainframe operating systems to allow for more coverage on common PC operating systems.
- Material on IBM/OS JCL from previous editions has been condensed into a new appendix. These chapters are still available online at http://aw-bc.com/davis.
- Network operating system coverage has been revised to provide the state-of-the-art in this important area. It progresses from how the Internet infrastructure works, to client-server systems, to examples from common operating systems.
- All new thought provoking exercises added to the end of each chapter for multiple practice opportunities.
Written for professionals in both technical and non- technical fields, this textbook provides an introductory- level explanation to operating system principles. It focuses on usage, rather than design, of computer operating systems and networks. It demonstrates why operating systems are needed and what they do. Particular attention is given to the
Country USA
Brand Pearson
Manufacturer Pearson
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber illustrations
UnitCount 1
Format Illustrated
EANs 9780321267511
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	Pearson
Manufacturer	Pearson
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	illustrations
UnitCount	1
Format	Illustrated
EANs	9780321267511
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

Operating Systems: A Systematic View

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