Publisher: Addison-Wesley, 1988, 366 pages
ISBN: 0-201-18059-6
Keywords: Networks
This book provides an introduction to the principles used in the design and construction of distributed computer systems based on networks of workstations and server computers. It describes the aims and the architectural foundations of distributed systems and provides an introduction to computer netyworks before going on to cover the following topics: remote procedure calling mechanisms, file servers, atomic transactions, file replication, protection and security issues.
The concludes with descriptions of a wealth of examples chosen to illustrate the diversity of current research activity world-wide. These case-studies include:
Suitable for self-study or classroom use, the book can serve as a text for an advanced undergraduate or graduate level course on Distributed Systems, or as one of several texts for advanced courses on Computer Networks or Operating Systems. It will also be an invaluable guide for professional programmers and system designers who need an authoritative survey of recent developments.
Only NFS survives today, but it still is one very good book about distributed systems.
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