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The second edition of Understanding Operating Systems provides a basic understanding of operating systems theory, a comparison of the major operating systems in use, and a description of the technical and operational tradeoffs among them. The highly effective, two-part organization covers the theory of operating systems, their historical roots, and their conceptual basis (which does not change substantially); and how these theories are applied in the specifics of five operating systems (which evolve constantly). The authors explain a technical subject in a not-so-technical manner, with enough detail to allow the reader to understand the complexities of both stand-alone and networked operating systems. Understanding Operating Systems features a clear, converstional style, verbal explanation supported by concrete examples, and graphic illustrations that readers can easily grasp.
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Ann McIver McHoes has been writing about computers for 25 years including, with the late Ida M. Flynn, the first four editions of Understanding Operating Systems, two of which won awards from the Text and Academic Authors Association. On an adjunct basis, her teaching assignments have included undergraduate classes at Carlow University and graduate courses at Chatham College.
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