| Course
Topics: |
Theory
and implementation aspects of distributed operating systems.
Distributed processes, distributed algorithms and distributed
systems. OS issues related to the Internet, intranets, pervasive
computing, active networks, mobile systems and wireless networks.
Selected articles from leading journals and conference proceedings,
and case studies. Discussions, seminars and debates on research
issues and operating system implementations.
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| Prerequisites:
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Graduate
level course/s (at least one in each) in Computer Networks
and Operating Systems (PLEASE READ THE NOTE IN RED BELOW)
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| Text
Book: |
There is no prescribed textbook for this course
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| References:
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- G Coulouris J Dollimore and T Kindberg, "Distributed
Systems : Concepts and Design," Addison Wesley,Third
Edition 2001
- R Chow and T Johnson,"Distributed Operating Systems
and Algorithms," Addison Wesley, 1997
- Published articles from leading Journals and Conference
Proceedings (Partial List)
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| Assessment:
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Course grades will be based on the following:
- Term Paper: 40%
- Project and Debate: 40% (groups of 4)
- Quizzes: 20% (There is likely to be a quiz on 01/17/2002)
- There will be no makeup QUIZ for ABSENTEES
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