"Distributed Operating Systems: Concepts and Practice offers a good balance of real world examples and the underlying theory of distributed computing. The flexible design makes it usable for students, practitioners and corporate training."--BOOK JACKET. "This book describes in detail each major aspect of distributed operating systems from a conceptual and practical viewpoint. This book proves invaluable as a course text or as a reference book for those who wish to update and enhance their knowledge base. A Companion Website provides supplemental information."--BOOK JACKET.