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CS-522: Principles of computer systems

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This advanced graduate course teaches the key design principles underlying successful computer and communication systems, and shows how to solve real problems with ideas, techniques, and algorithms from operating systems, networks, databases, programming languages, and computer architecture.

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https://edu.epfl.ch/coursebook/en/principles-of-computer-systems-CS-522

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https://edu.epfl.ch/coursebook/en/principles-of-computer-systems-CS-522

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http://go.epfl.ch/CS-522

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Lectures in this course (21)

Modularity and Abstraction

Explores the principles of modularity and abstraction in computer systems design, emphasizing their role in simplifying complex systems and improving scalability.

Naming & Indirection

Explores the significance of naming and indirection in computer systems, emphasizing the use of names for flexibility, scalability, and fault tolerance.

Memory Virtualization

Explores memory virtualization, addressing address spaces, page tables, caching, and system design constants to optimize memory performance and reliability.

CPU Virtualization

Explores CPU virtualization, covering key principles and the evolution of virtualization technologies.

Memory Safety and Client/Server Architecture: Key Concepts

Covers memory safety principles and the client/server architecture in system design.

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