CPT304: Operating Systems Theory & Design (IND2545A) - Summary Blog Post Throughout this course, my understanding of operating systems theory has grown from isolated technical ideas into a unified view of how modern operating systems function, communicate, protect data, and manage hardware resources. The OS Theory Concept Map allowed me to visually connect each weekly topic, revealing how tightly integrated these components truly are. Together, these concepts answer the central focus question: What are the fundamental concepts that underlie operating systems ? Features and Structure of Contemporary Operating Systems Modern operating systems are designed to manage resources efficiently and provide users with stable environments in which to run applications. The concept map’s first section effectively illustrated how core components, such as the kernel, system libraries, device drivers, and user interfaces, work together. The OS must perform essential functions, such a...
