Operating-System-Concepts

The book "Operating System Concepts", often referred to as the *"Dinosaur Book"* due to its popular cover art, is a foundational textbook in the study of operating systems. Authored by Abraham Silberschatz, Peter B. Galvin, and Greg Gagne, it provides a comprehensive and clear introduction to the core principles and functionalities of operating systems. The book covers essential topics such as process management, CPU scheduling, memory management, virtual memory, file systems, input/output systems, and system security. It also explores more advanced subjects like distributed systems, real-time systems, and virtualization. With its structured approach, the book balances theory with practical examples from real-world operating systems such as Linux and Windows. Each chapter includes learning objectives, summaries, and exercises that help reinforce understanding. Designed for undergraduate and graduate students in computer science and engineering, "Operating System Concepts" remains a widely used and respected reference in the field.