The Essence of Distributed Systems

Crichlow, Joel M.

ISBN 10: 013015167X / ISBN 13: 9780130151674

Published by Pearson Education Limited, Harlow, Essex, 2000

About this Item

A concise, practical and uniform introduction to the core components of an undergraduate computing degree. 182 pages. Size: 235mm Tall, 8vo.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Essence of Distributed Systems
• Publisher: Pearson Education Limited, Harlow, Essex
• Publication Date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 013015167X
• ISBN 13: 9780130151674
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: First Edition.
• Condition: Fine
• Book Type: Book
• Seller catalogs:
  • Computing
  • Textbooks

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Synopsis

The Essence of Distributed Systems places distributed systems within the context of present computer technology, covering today's core issues in the design and construction of distributed computer systems.
The reader will gain a solid understanding of how distributed systems work and subsequently will be able to apply this knowledge in real-life project teams. Key topics within the text include distributed system software and hardware architecture, distributed resource management and how to gain access to distributed resources. This concise book will be of use to students and practitioners alike who require a real understanding of distributed systems.

About the Author

Joel Crichlow is a Senior Lecturer in Computer Science at the University of the West Indies.