UNIX Systems Programming: Communication, Concurrency and Threads: Communication, Concurrency and Threads

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The updated second edition of this classic UNIX programming book is a one-stop-shop for everything related to threads, TCP/IP, and RPC programming. The authors, Robbins and Robbins, have explained the essential concepts of UNIX programming, with a focus on communication, concurrency, and multithreading techniques. They have also highlighted why, when, and how to use them to design complex software. The book consists of short code snippets that explain system calls and hands-on “projects” to help readers improve their skills. It includes chapters on files, signals, semaphores, POSIX threads, client-server communication, and remote procedure calls. Throughout the book, readers can find simple examples, working code, and libraries for use in network communication applications. The second edition includes new chapters on the Web and multicast and a thoroughly revised and updated RPC chapter.

Publisher ‏: ‎Pearson; 2nd edition (December 3, 2015)
Language: English
Paperback: 912 pages
ISBN-10: 0134424077
ISBN-13: 978-0134424071
Item Weight: 3.31 pounds
Dimensions: 7.3 x 1.9 x 9.2 inches