Schaum's Outline of Operating Systems - Softcover

Harris, J. Archer

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0071364358 ISBN 13: 9780071364355

Publisher: McGraw Hill, 2001

Synopsis

Confusing Textbooks? Missed Lectures? Not Enough Time?

Fortunately for you, there's Schaum's Outlines. More than 40 million students have trusted Schaum's to help them succeed in the classroom and on exams. Schaum's is the key to faster learning and higher grades in every subject. Each Outline presents all the essential course information in an easy-to-follow, topic-by-topic format. You also get hundreds of examples, solved problems, and practice exercises to test your skills.

This Schaum's Outline gives you

• Practice problems with full explanations that reinforce knowledge
• Coverage of the most up-to-date developments in your course field
• In-depth review of practices and applications

Fully compatible with your classroom text, Schaum's highlights all the important facts you need to know. Use Schaum's to shorten your study time-and get your best test scores!

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About this title

About the Author

J. Archer Harris received his BS in Mathematics (with honors) from Denison University in 1973 and his MS and Ph.D. in Computer Science from SUNY at Stony Brook in 1975 and 1978. He currently is an associate professor of Computer Science at James Madison University where he has taught since 1985. His interest include operating systems, UNIX, networks, and computer science education. Dr. Harris has also taught at Southern Illinois University and his consulting activities have included working with Tandon Corporation, the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service, BDS Corporation, TransAmerica Telemarketing, and Shenandoah Electronic Intelligence.John R. Cordani received his BS in English and Education from the State University of New York, College at New Paltz in 1969 and his m.Ed. and Ed.D in administration and computing from Teacher's College, Columbia University in 1983. He currently is an associate professor of Computer Science at James Madison University. His interests include operating systems, databases, and information security. Dr. Cordani has also taught at Eastern Michigan University, Adelphi University, and Baruch College of the City University of New York. Dr. Cordani has served in the United States Army, Army Reserve and National Guard as an Intelligence Officer in the area of computer information systems. Dr. Cordani brings extensive experience in working with, designing, and operating systems in both education and government to the creation of this book.

From the Back Cover

• Covers principles underlying all the major operating systems
• Solved examples from simple to comprehensive
• Perfect for professionals refreshing core concepts

Master the fundamentals of operating systems with Schaum's­­the high-performance study guide. It will help you cut study time, hone problem-solving skills, and achieve your personal best on exams and projects!

Students love Schaum's Outlines because they produce results. Each year, hundreds of thousands of students improve their test scores and final grades with these indispensable study guides.

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If you don't have a lot of time but want to excel in class, this book helps you:

• Use detailed examples to solve problems
• Brush up before tests
• Find answers fast
• Study quickly and more effectively
• Get the big picture without poring over lengthy textbooks

Schaum's Outlines give you the information your teachers expect you to know in a handy and succinct format­­without overwhelming you with unnecessary jargon. You get a complete overview of the subject. Plus, you get plenty of practice exercises to test your skill. Compatible with any classroom text, Schaum's let you study at your own pace and remind you of all the important facts you need to remember­­fast! And Schaum's are so complete, they're perfect for preparing for graduate or professional exams.

Inside, you will find:

• Overview of design principles in modern operating systems including DOS, UNIX, and Linux
• Concise explanations of system principles in abstract
• Complete details on the applications and materials involved in operating systems
• Expert tips and techniques for solving difficult problems, solved step-by-step

If you want top grades and a thorough understanding of operating systems, this powerful study tool is the best tutor you can have!

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Edition details

• Publisher: McGraw Hill
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0071364358
• ISBN 13: 9780071364355
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 234