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COSC 423 - Computer Operating Systems


Computer operating systems functions and concepts. Processor allocation: multiprogramming and scheduling algorithms. Memory tasks and data management. The deadlock problem. Virtual memory, allocation strategies and analysis of their algorithms. Design, implementation and protection of I/O files. Survey of available computer operating systems.

Credit 4 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation

Prerequisite(s) COSC 221  and COSC 311  
Class-Level Restriction Undergraduate standing

Notes -
Updates Change to credit hours 2/2017, effective Fall 2017; Graduate Credit Rescinded 3/2015, effective Fall 2015; Graduate Credit 7/2011


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