To get a clearer picture of how the software and hardware work simultaneously and parallelly with each other, one must have a good knowledge of Operating Sytems and how they work. The primary objective of an operating system is to make the computer system convenient to use and to efficiently utilize computer hardware.
Understanding the operating system is essential for every computer programmer, even if he/she isn’t directly interacting or creating any Operating System. It helps to understand how different parts of the Operating System interact with the hardware and utilize it. There are a lot of books and resources available to help you understand the basics as well as the whole depth of the operating system and how it works, but you can easily get lost and quickly hoist your white flag. But don’t roll over, we did the hard work and searched some of the finest books available in the market to grasp the complete knowledge of operating systems.
To study about the operating system in details, we’ll recommend reading two different kinds of books:
the very first one that will deal with various concepts of Operating System and content theories, while the other one will be about implementations and specific operating systems.
We searched the top five best books for operating system available in the market that are easy to understand and positively reviewed by their readers.
1. Operating System Principles
Price:- ₹639
Ratings:-
Operating System Concept is one of the best-selling books that provide a solid theoretical foundation for understanding operating systems. It covers current topics and applications, improved conceptual coverage, and additional content to bridge the gap between concepts and actual implementations. All the topics are covered briefly; this book is ideal for engineering students who seek to understand the concepts of OS.
What we like about this book
- Best for understanding the fundamentals
- Most positively reviewed bestseller book on OS
- Ideal for beginners
What we don’t like about this book
- Some important algorithms are not discussed
Other Details:-
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Product Dimensions |
22.9 x 15.3 x 4.3 cm |
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Publisher |
Wiley |
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Language |
English |
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ISBN-10 |
8126509627 |
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ISBN-13 |
978-8126509621 |
2. Operating Systems: Internals and Design Principles
Price:- ₹350
Ratings:-
Stalling wrote this book in such a way that it gives his readers a solid understanding of the structures and mechanisms of OS. Design trade-offs and the practical decisions that are affecting design, performance, and security are discussed briefly. The book explains about various design concepts and compares them to real-world design choices through the use of case studies in both UNIX as well as Windows.
What we like about this book
- Best for understanding the structures and mechanisms of OS
- Real world examples and test cases
What we don’t like about this book
- People recommend Stallings for Computer Organization not OS
- Quality of the pages
Other Details:-
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Product Dimensions |
23.4 x 17.2 x 4.3 cm |
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Publisher |
Pearson Education |
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Language |
English |
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ISBN-10 |
9352866711 |
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ISBN-13 |
978-9352866717 |
3. Modern Operating Systems
Price:- ₹635
Ratings:-
Tanenbaum explained the theoretical as well as the structural part of OS in a sarcastically way, which makes it exciting, and it is one of the most well-written and readable books on modern OS like Linux/Android and the latest Windows OS. The chapters, especially on security and windows case study, were exceptionally insightful. Unlike many technical books, it’s a joy to read.
What we like about this book
- Explained in a witty and understandable language
- Modern OS designs are updated
What we don’t like about this book
- Recommended for beginners
Other Details:-
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Product Dimensions |
22.3 x 15.2 x 4 cm |
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Publisher |
Pearson Education India |
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Language |
English |
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ISBN-10 |
9789332575776 |
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ISBN-13 |
978-9332575776 |
4. Operating System Concepts
Price:- $78.07
Ratings:-
Operating System Concepts by Silberschatz is a vibrant book with rich content. It combines both instructions on concepts with real-world applications so that students can understand the practical usage. It is a bit technical for beginners but very informative. We recommend it for the readers who want an in-depth knowledge of this subject.
What we like about the book
- Best for understanding the fundamentals
- Most positively reviewed bestseller book on OS
- Ideal for beginners as well as experts
What we don’t like about this book
- The price is trade-off
Other Details:-
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Product Dimensions |
7 x 1.4 x 10 inches |
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Publisher |
Wiley (WileyPLUS Products) |
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Language |
English |
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ISBN-10 |
1119456339 |
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ISBN-13 |
978-1119456339 |
5. Operating Systems
Price:- ₹381
Ratings:-
This book is published by S Chand, a renowned publisher in India for students pursuing BE/ Btech or other degrees in science. It basically discusses the concepts, principles, and applications of the Operating System in an easy-to-understand language. According to the readers, it is best for students who want to understand important topics and revise relevant questions before examinations. It is written in an examination point of view, with solved and unsolved questions previously asked in various exams.
What we like about this book
- Best for engineers to prepare for examination
- Questions asked in interview as well as practical exams are discussed
- Ideal for preparing for various exams
What we don’t like about this book
- We recommend reading other fundamental books before going through this
- Only recommended to prepare for examinations
Other Details:-
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Product Dimensions |
20 x 14 x 4 cm |
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Publisher |
S Chand Publishing |
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Language |
English |
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ISBN-10 |
9385676350 |
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ISBN-13 |
978-9385676352 |
Conclusion
an operating system is a software that can manage how the user interacts with the computer, how programs use and access computer’s hardware, and how your computer behaves and performs. It is necessary to understand the fundamentals of the operating system for every engineer or software developer who is going to directly or indirectly interact with the operating system.
We hope this article gave you the clarity to chose the best book for you according to your prior knowledge and what you want to learn.
We wish you luck for the future, be curious and keep learning!