Operating System: Computer Science Textbook

Author: Chen Xiangqun
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Publish Date: 2002-11-01
Features: This book is a self-study textbook written according to the outline requirements of the Beijing Higher Education Self-Study Examination on "Operating Systems." It is designed for readers to study and participate in relevant higher education self-study examinations. The book's features are as follows: the content is presented from simple to complex with easy-to-understand language; it combines the explanation of basic principles with the introduction of new developments in the field; it highlights key points, closely aligns with the outline, and balances detail appropriately; the chapter layout is logical and convenient for self-study. The book is divided into 9 chapters, including: Introduction to Operating Systems, Operating System Environment, Process Management, Memory Management, File Management, Device Management, User Interfaces and Job Management, Deadlocks, and Linux Operating System. This book is primarily intended for students preparing for the higher education self-study examination on "Operating Systems," but it can also serve as a reference book for relevant professional courses in colleges and universities. For readers interested in learning about the principles of computer operating systems, this book is also a good introductory textbook.