Operating Systems: Principles and Practice

This course provides an in-depth understanding of operating systems, their architecture, and functionalities. Students will explore the core components and principles of operating systems, including process management, memory management, file systems, and input/output systems. The course will cover both theoretical concepts and practical applications, enabling students to understand how operating systems function and how they are designed and implemented.

Course Objectives:

1. Understand the Fundamentals: Gain a solid foundation in the basic concepts and architecture of operating systems.

2. Process Management: Learn about process creation, scheduling, synchronization, and communication.

3. Memory Management: Understand memory allocation, paging, segmentation, and virtual memory.

4. File Systems: Explore file system organization, management, and storage structures.

5. I/O Systems: Study the principles of input/output management and device drivers.

6. Concurrency: Learn about threading, multitasking, and deadlock avoidance.

7. Security and Protection: Understand the mechanisms for protecting the system and user data.

This course is essential for students aiming to specialize in system-level programming, cybersecurity, and software engineering. It provides the foundational knowledge required to understand and contribute to the development of modern operating systems. This course offers a comprehensive overview of operating systems, emphasizing their architecture, functionality, and core principles. Students will learn about process management, memory management, file systems, and input/output systems through both theoretical concepts and practical applications. The course is designed to equip students with the knowledge to understand, design, and implement operating systems.