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Saylor University

CS401: Operating Systems

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Semester-length undergraduate computer science course on the design and function of operating systems. Covers processes and threads, synchronization, CPU scheduling, deadlock, memory management, file systems, security, and networking, closing with a study guide and certificate final exam. Intended for students with prior programming and computer systems background.

Syllabus

  • Course Introduction
  • Unit 1: Introduction to Operating Systems
  • Unit 2: Processes and Threads
  • Unit 3: Synchronization
  • Unit 4: CPU Scheduling
  • Unit 5: Deadlock
  • Unit 6: Memory Management
  • Unit 7: File System
  • Unit 8: Security
  • Unit 9: Networking
  • Study Guide
  • Course Feedback Survey
  • Certificate Final Exam

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    The course covers core concepts like processes, memory management, file systems, and concurrency in a clear and accessible way. The readings are detailed, and the quizzes help reinforce understanding. Some sections feel dense, but overall it’s a valuable course for anyone wanting a deeper understanding of how operating systems work.
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