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Operating Systems An introduction to Unix, and Operating Systems Theory

Operating Systems An introduction to Unix, and Operating Systems Theory

Operating Systems An introduction to Unix, and Operating Systems Theory

The notes by Hugh Murrell provide a starting point in UNIX and operating system theory. Key topics include: UNIX file systems, networking, and process synchronisation. Inter-process communication under UNIX; including deadlock scenarios and concepts of virtual memory and paging are also covered. A good resource to explain both UNIX-specific features, as well as general operating system principles.

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