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Introduction to Operating Systems

Engineering and Technology

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Short Description

Introduction to Operating Systems teaches the basic operating system abstractions, mechanisms, and their implementations.

Long Description

Introduction to Operating Systems is a comprehensive course on Udacity that covers various aspects of operating systems. The course begins with an overview and introduction to operating systems, followed by lessons on process and thread management. Students will learn about processes and process management, as well as threads and concurrency. The course also includes a case study on PThreads and explores considerations for thread implementation and performance. Resource management and communication are covered, including topics such as scheduling, memory management, and inter-process communication. Students will also learn about synchronization constructs, I/O management, and resource virtualization. The course concludes with lessons on distributed systems, including remote services, distributed file systems, distributed shared memory, and data center technologies.

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Duration
8 weeks
Difficulty
Intermediate
Format
Short Course
Price
Free
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Udacity is an online learning platform that offers a wide range of courses and programs in various fields such as technology, business, data science, and artificial intelligence. It was founded in 2012 by Sebastian Thrun, David Stavens, and Mike Sokolsky with the aim of providing accessible and affordable education to individuals worldwide. Udacity's courses are designed in collaboration with industry experts and leading companies, ensuring that the content is relevant and up-to-date. The platform offers both self-paced courses and guided programs, allowing learners to choose the learning style that suits them best. Udacity also provides career services and support, including resume reviews, interview preparation, and job placement assistance, to help learners transition into their desired careers.
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