Distributed systems : concepts and design / George Coulouris, Jean Dollimore, Tim Kindberg.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Coulouris, George F.

Contributor:

Dollimore, Jean.

Kindberg, Tim.

Series:

International computer science series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Electronic data processing--Distributed processing.

Electronic data processing.

Distributed operating systems (Computers).

Physical Description:

xiii, 772 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm.

Edition:

Third edition.

Place of Publication:

Harlow, England ; New York : Addison-Wesley, [2001]

Summary:

This new edition represents a significant update of this best-selling textbook for distributed systems. It incorporates and anticipates the major developments in distributed systems technology. All chapters have been thoroughly revised and updated, including emphasis on the Internet, intranets, mobility and middleware.

There is increased emphasis on algorithms and discussion of security has been brought forward in the text and integrated with other related technologies.

As with previous editions, this book is intended to provide knowledge of the principles and practice of distributed system design. Information is conveyed in sufficient depth to allow readers to eveluate existing systems or design new ones. Case studies illustrate the design concepts for each major topic.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 723-756) and index.

ISBN:

0201619180

OCLC:

44953513