Operating System Basics Tutorial

Author: Davis (USA), Rekha (USA)
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: Today, whether in technical or non-technical fields, careers are inevitably connected with computers and their operating systems, and they mutually influence each other. This book provides an introduction to the principles of operating systems, suitable for beginners with some educational background. In the sixth edition, the book continues to focus on the use of computer operating systems and networks (rather than design). The authors replace theoretical concerns with systematic observations of this field, showing readers why operating systems are necessary and what they can do from a functional perspective. The book guides readers through currently popular operating systems such as Windows XP, Windows 2003, UNIX, Linux, Macintosh OS X, and Novell, providing a comprehensive introduction to their latest versions.