Operating System

In this chapter, we will delve into the world of operating systems. This chapter is primarily based on the book Operating System Concepts (opens in a new tab), affectionately known as "the dinosaur book" in the computer science community.

What to Expect

We will start with an introduction to understand what an operating system is and its fundamental role in computing. Then, we will explore various critical topics, including:

• Computer System Architecture: Understanding the hardware-software interface.
• Operating System Structure: The overall design and components of an OS.
• Processes: The lifecycle, management, and synchronization of processes.
• Deadlock: Causes, prevention, and resolution strategies.
• Process Synchronization: Techniques to handle concurrent processes.
• Memory Management: Allocation, management, and optimization of memory.
• Storage Management: Managing disk space and other storage resources.
• File Systems: Organization, access, and management of data on storage devices.

Let's get started on this fascinating journey into operating systems!

As operating systems require a comprehensive understanding, we highly recommend you to follow "close the book and think in mind" approach.