We are happy to share this book on Operating Systems, written especially for BCA students studying under Tumkur University and other universities in Karnataka.
This book helps students learn the basic ideas of operating systems such as process management, memory management, file systems, and scheduling. Every topic is explained in simple language with easy examples, clear diagrams, and short exercises so that students can understand both theory and practice easily.
We have made a special effort to make this book easy to read and understand, especially for students from rural areas, so that even difficult topics become simple and interesting.
The Operating System is the heart of every computer. It connects the hardware and software, helping the computer work smoothly. Understanding it is very important for students who want to build a career in Computer Science or IT.
Contents –
Unit 1: Introduction to Operating System
1.1 Introduction to Operating System
1.2 Definition of Operating System (OS)
1.3 Components of an Operating System
1.4 Operating System Services
1.5 System Calls and its Types
1.6 Types of Operating Systems in Various Computing Environments
1.7 Operating System Structure
1.8 Open-Source Operating Systems
Summary
Review Questions
Unit 2: Process Management and Deadlock
2.1 Process Management
2.2 Process Scheduling
2.3 Deadlocks
Review Questions
Unit 3: Memory, File, and Disk Management
3.1 Memory Management
3.2 File Management
3.3 Disk Management
Summary
Review Questions
Unit 4: Introduction to Linux and Linux Utilities
4.1 Overview of Linux
4.2 Linux Commands
Review Questions
Unit 5: Shell Programming
5.1 Introduction to Shell
5.2 String Handling and Arrays in Shell
5.3 Shell Functions and Automation of System Tasks
Review Questions
Lab Programs
Model Question Papers