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Operating Systems by Steven Hand

Operating Systems by Steven Hand

Operating Systems by Steven Hand

This note aims to explain the structure and functions of an operating system, and illustrate the key operating system aspects. Topics covered includes: Introduction to Operating Systems, Processes and Scheduling, Memory Management, I/O and Device Management, Protection, Filing Systems, Case Study: Unix and Windows NT.

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