CSL373: Homework 2 on OS for new devices.
Recently, new types of computers have been introduced in the market, namely
phones, PDAs, smartphones (iPhone, Android, etc.), iPad, etc. Pick one of
these products, study their hardware and OS. Point out some major differences
between the OS on these devices, and the OS found on general purpose
computers. Some potential areas to compare would be the type of abstractions,
scheduling, virtual memory, file systems, protection, security, etc.
Note:
- To be done individually.
- The last date of submission of written solutions
is May 6 (strict).