OPERATING SYSTEM CONCEPTS VOLUME II

Explore the fascinating world of operating systems with the second volume of this acclaimed textbook! This comprehensive knowledge source is ideal for computer science students and all technology enthusiasts who want to delve into the secrets of computer operation. Immerse yourself in detailed analyses, practical examples, and exercises that will help you understand how operating systems work from the ground up.

• Detailed discussion of security and protection mechanisms for computer systems
• Analysis of virtual machines and networks and distributed systems
• Examples of two popular operating systems: Linux and Windows 10
• Extensive information on older operating systems that have influenced the development of the field, such as Windows 7, BSD, and Mach
• Accessible language, clear drawings, and exercises for each chapter to facilitate learning
• Latest edition, taking into account current trends and technologies in the field of operating systems
• Ideal textbook for computer science students at all universities

The textbook "Operating System Concepts" is the tenth, latest edition of the world's best textbook on operating systems, commonly used in universities in Poland. It describes the development of systems, hardware construction, process and memory management. It discusses the input-output subsystem, new technologies and software solutions related to the development of external storage devices and buses connecting them to the processor and main memory. Much space is devoted to distributed systems and issues related to the protection and security of information. It also discusses exemplary operating systems, including the latest Windows and Linux. The great advantage of the book is the accessible language, clear drawings and exercises for each chapter.

The book has been published in two volumes to make it easier for readers to use. Volume II covers the following topics: Mechanisms necessary to ensure the security and protection of computer systems. Virtual machines and networks and distributed systems. Examples of two real operating systems Linux and Windows 10. Unused operating systems that have had a major impact on the development of the field, a detailed presentation of three older operating systems: Windows 7, BSD and Mach.

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